Kathapara

Kathapara is a village located in Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.3km away from sub-district headquarter Dhupguri (tehsildar office) and 42.5km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Godong I is the gram panchayat of Kathapara village.

Kathapara has its own place in the vibrant Jalpaiguri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kathapara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathapara is 307496. The village spans a total geographical area of 328.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735210. Dhuoguri is nearest town to Kathapara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kathapara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kathapara

Below is a concise population overview of Kathapara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,111 1,601 1,510
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 341 183 158
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,883 964 919
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,068 1,154 914
Illiterate Population 1,043 447 596

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kathapara village:

  • The total population of Kathapara village is around 3,111, including approximately 1,601 males and 1,510 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 341 children aged 0–6 years in Kathapara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kathapara village has 1,883 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kathapara village is about 66.47%, with male literacy at 72.08% and female literacy at 60.53%.
  • There are around 701 households in Kathapara village.

Connectivity of Kathapara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathapara. As per the 2011 stats, Kathapara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kathapara

Knowing the nearby villages of Kathapara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathapara.

Uttar Gosairhat Gosairhat Chhits Purbba Mallikpara Dakshin Gosairhat Gadang Pratham Khanda Kazipara Gadang Dwitia Khanda Purbba Dangapara Paschim Salbari Purbba Salbari Jhar Salbari

Frequently Asked Questions about Kathapara

Where is Kathapara located?
Kathapara village is situated in Dhupguri Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathapara is Godong I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kathapara?
The pincode of Kathapara is 735210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kathapara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathapara is 3,111, with 1,601 males and 1,510 females.
How many households are there in Kathapara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kathapara village has a total of 701 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathapara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathapara is 66.47%. The male literacy rate is 72.08%, while the female literacy rate is 60.53%.