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
According to the 2011 Census, Kathakhunta village had a total population of 1,599 people, including 879 males and 720 females, living in 379 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.60%, with male literacy at 92.56% and female literacy at 79.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,599, including 879 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Kathakhunta?
Kathakhunta had 379 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathakhunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathakhunta was 86.60%. Male literacy was 92.56% and female literacy was 79.48%.