Kathalia - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Kathalia is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Nandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathalia is 321162. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.11 hectares and falls under the 741165 pincode. Krishnanagar is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kathalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathalia
As per Census 2011, Kathalia village has a total population of 6,511 people, consisting of 3,324 males and 3,187 females. The village has 1,684 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 600 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,343 literate and 2,168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,822 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,511 | 3,324 | 3,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 300 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,822 | 1,436 | 1,386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 4,343 | 2,386 | 1,957 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,168 | 938 | 1,230 |
Nearby Villages of Kathalia
Kathalia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kathalia
Kathalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Krishnanagar to Kathalia is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Kathalia is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kathalia
Where is Kathalia located?
Kathalia village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathalia is Nandanpur.
What is the pincode of Kathalia?
The pincode of Kathalia is 741165.
What is the population of Kathalia?
Kathalia has a total population of 6,511, including 3,324 males and 3,187 females.
How many households are there in Kathalia?
There are 1,684 households in Kathalia.
What is the literacy rate in Kathalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathalia is 66.70%. Male literacy is 71.78% and female literacy is 61.41%.