Katakliya - Lailunga, Raigarh
Katakliya is a village situated in the Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lailunga and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Katkliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katakliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katakliya is 434581. The village covers a total geographical area of 639.49 hectares and falls under the 496113 pincode. Lailunga is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Katakliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katakliya
As per Census 2011, Katakliya village has a total population of 1,941 people, consisting of 959 males and 982 females. The village has 492 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,098 literate and 843 illiterate residents. Additionally, 445 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katakliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,941 | 959 | 982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 127 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 217 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,140 | 575 | 565 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 656 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 303 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Katakliya
Katakliya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitkibahar | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Kanjhari | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Jatra | West | 2.64 km |
| Kamarga | South | 3.02 km |
| Bhuyapani | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Dharrobija | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Birsingha | North | 3.76 km |
| Khar | West | 3.88 km |
| Subara | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Piparahi | South-West | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katakliya
Katakliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamga, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Lailunga to Katakliya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Katakliya is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katakliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katakliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katakliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katakliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katakliya
Where is Katakliya located?
Katakliya village is located in Lailunga Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katakliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Katakliya is Katkliya.
What is the pincode of Katakliya?
The pincode of Katakliya is 496113.
What is the population of Katakliya?
Katakliya has a total population of 1,941, including 959 males and 982 females.
How many households are there in Katakliya?
There are 492 households in Katakliya.
What is the literacy rate in Katakliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katakliya is 56.57%. Male literacy is 68.40% and female literacy is 45.01%.