Artaka - Kishannagar, Cuttack
Artaka is a village situated in the Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishannagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Sudhakhanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Artaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Artaka is 399919. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 754131 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Artaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Artaka
According to the 2011 Census, Artaka village had a total population of 311 people, including 161 males and 150 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.36%, with male literacy at 93.92% and female literacy at 75.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 161 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 139 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 22 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Artaka
Artaka 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 Artaka
Artaka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Artaka is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Artaka is about 40 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 Artaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Artaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Artaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Artaka 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Artaka
Where is Artaka located?
Artaka village is located in Kishannagar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Artaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Artaka is Sudhakhanda.
What is the pincode of Artaka?
The pincode of Artaka is 754131.
What is the population of Artaka?
Artaka had a total population of 311, including 161 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Artaka?
Artaka had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Artaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Artaka was 85.36%. Male literacy was 93.92% and female literacy was 75.76%.