Kathgora
Kathgora is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 47.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Hadalda Uparrah is the gram panchayat of Kathgora village.
Kathgora has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Kathgora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathgora is 330798. The village spans a total geographical area of 362.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723130. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Kathgora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Kathgora
Population of Kathgora
Below is a concise population overview of Kathgora as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,453 | 735 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 100 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,118 | 557 | 561 |
| Literate Population | 810 | 509 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 226 | 417 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kathgora village:
- The total population of Kathgora village is around 1,453, including approximately 735 males and 718 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 191 children aged 0–6 years in Kathgora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kathgora village has 148 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,118 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kathgora village is about 55.75%, with male literacy at 69.25% and female literacy at 41.92%.
- There are around 293 households in Kathgora village.
Connectivity of Kathgora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathgora. As per the 2011 stats, Kathgora 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kathgora
Knowing the nearby villages of Kathgora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathgora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathgora
- Where is Kathgora located?
- Kathgora village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kathgora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kathgora is Hadalda Uparrah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kathgora?
- The pincode of Kathgora is 723130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kathgora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathgora is 1,453, with 735 males and 718 females.
- How many households are there in Kathgora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kathgora village has a total of 293 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kathgora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathgora is 55.75%. The male literacy rate is 69.25%, while the female literacy rate is 41.92%.