Kataranga
Kataranga is a village located in Handapa tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Handapa (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Katranga is the gram panchayat of Kataranga village.
Here you can discover what makes Kataranga unique in its vibrant Handapa-Anugul region. You’ll see Kataranga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kataranga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kataranga is 404579. The village spans a total geographical area of 233 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759127. Anugul is nearest town to Kataranga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
Google Map of Kataranga
Population of Kataranga
According to the 2011 Census, Kataranga has a total population of about 775, with approximately 391 males and 384 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 100. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.23%, with male literacy at about 82.35% and female literacy near 67.97%. There are around 179 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kataranga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 775 | 391 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 322 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 69 | 123 |
Connectivity of Kataranga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kataranga. As per the 2011 stats, Kataranga 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 Kataranga
Knowing the nearby villages of Kataranga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kataranga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kataranga
- Where is Kataranga located?
- Kataranga village is situated in Handapa Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kataranga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kataranga is Katranga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kataranga?
- The pincode of Kataranga is 759127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kataranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kataranga is 775, with 391 males and 384 females.
- How many households are there in Kataranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kataranga village has a total of 179 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kataranga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kataranga is 75.23%. The male literacy rate is 82.35%, while the female literacy rate is 67.97%.