Katicharigan - Basta, Balasore
Katicharigan is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Basta and around 36 km from Baleshwar. Natakata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katicharigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katicharigan is 392381. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Katicharigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katicharigan
As per Census 2011, Katicharigan village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 155 males and 137 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katicharigan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 155 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 19 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 133 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 22 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Katicharigan
Katicharigan 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 Katicharigan
Katicharigan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Katicharigan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Katicharigan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Katicharigan is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katicharigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katicharigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katicharigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katicharigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katicharigan
Where is Katicharigan located?
Katicharigan village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katicharigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Katicharigan is Natakata.
What is the pincode of Katicharigan?
The pincode of Katicharigan is 756029.
What is the population of Katicharigan?
Katicharigan has a total population of 292, including 155 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Katicharigan?
There are 72 households in Katicharigan.
What is the literacy rate in Katicharigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katicharigan is 89.38%. Male literacy is 85.81% and female literacy is 93.43%.