Kathakhunta - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Kathakhunta is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from Narasinghpur and around 130 km from Cuttack. Kathakhunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathakhunta is 398491. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kathakhunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathakhunta
As per Census 2011, Kathakhunta village has a total population of 1,599 people, consisting of 879 males and 720 females. The village has 379 households and a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,241 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathakhunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,599 | 879 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 99 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 124 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,241 | 722 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 157 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Kathakhunta
Kathakhunta 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 Kathakhunta
Public transport in the Kathakhunta is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Kathakhunta is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Kathakhunta is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathakhunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathakhunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kathakhunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathakhunta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathakhunta
Where is Kathakhunta located?
Kathakhunta village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathakhunta?
Kathakhunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kathakhunta?
The pincode of Kathakhunta is 754032.
What is the population of Kathakhunta?
Kathakhunta has a total population of 1,599, including 879 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Kathakhunta?
There are 379 households in Kathakhunta.
What is the literacy rate in Kathakhunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathakhunta is 77.61%. Male literacy is 82.14% and female literacy is 72.08%.