Kathia - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Kathia is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 86.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Nandigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathia is 316082. The village covers a total geographical area of 679.08 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kathia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathia
As per Census 2011, Kathia village has a total population of 8,465 people, consisting of 4,298 males and 4,167 females. The village has 2,134 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,398 literate and 4,067 illiterate residents. Additionally, 696 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,465 | 4,298 | 4,167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,218 | 615 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 358 | 338 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 4,398 | 2,308 | 2,090 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,067 | 1,990 | 2,077 |
Nearby Villages of Kathia
Kathia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumadol | West | 1.93 km |
| Chanchali | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Baliadanga | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Nayit | West | 2.51 km |
| Fatepur | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Majhara | North | 2.71 km |
| Makhlispur | South | 2.80 km |
| Ruprampur | West | 2.81 km |
| Kamarkhul | East | 3.04 km |
| Sanfua | South-West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kathia
Kathia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Murarai, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jangipur to Kathia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kathia is about 86.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kathia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kathia
Where is Kathia located?
Kathia village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathia is Nandigram.
What is the pincode of Kathia?
The pincode of Kathia is 731221.
What is the population of Kathia?
Kathia has a total population of 8,465, including 4,298 males and 4,167 females.
How many households are there in Kathia?
There are 2,134 households in Kathia.
What is the literacy rate in Kathia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathia is 51.96%. Male literacy is 53.70% and female literacy is 50.16%.