Kathdanga - Haringhata, Nadia
Kathdanga is a village situated in the Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Subarnapur and around 59.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Kastodanga-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathdanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathdanga is 322363. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.8 hectares and falls under the 741257 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kathdanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kathdanga
As per Census 2011, Kathdanga village has a total population of 7,417 people, consisting of 3,820 males and 3,597 females. The village has 1,723 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 678 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,536 literate and 1,881 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,684 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathdanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,417 | 3,820 | 3,597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 678 | 356 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,684 | 1,882 | 1,802 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 5,536 | 3,004 | 2,532 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,881 | 816 | 1,065 |
Nearby Villages of Kathdanga
Kathdanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalkar Bhomra | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Madhpur | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Jalkarampur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Bamunbaria | West | 2.09 km |
| Subuddipur | East | 2.16 km |
| Sekandarpur | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Sat Simulia | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Hazra Pota | North | 2.53 km |
| Dasdia | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Barasat | South | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kathdanga
Kathdanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Simurali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Habra to Kathdanga is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Kathdanga is about 59.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathdanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathdanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kathdanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathdanga 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kathdanga
Where is Kathdanga located?
Kathdanga village is located in Haringhata Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathdanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathdanga is Kastodanga-i.
What is the pincode of Kathdanga?
The pincode of Kathdanga is 741257.
What is the population of Kathdanga?
Kathdanga has a total population of 7,417, including 3,820 males and 3,597 females.
How many households are there in Kathdanga?
There are 1,723 households in Kathdanga.
What is the literacy rate in Kathdanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathdanga is 74.64%. Male literacy is 78.64% and female literacy is 70.39%.