Katikata - Nischintakoili, Cuttack
Katikata is a village situated in the Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nischintakoili and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Katikata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katikata is 399780. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 754209 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Katikata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katikata
As per Census 2011, Katikata village has a total population of 500 people, consisting of 271 males and 229 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katikata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 271 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 204 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 67 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Katikata
Katikata 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 Katikata
Katikata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Cuttack to Katikata is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katikata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katikata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katikata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katikata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katikata
Where is Katikata located?
Katikata village is located in Nischintakoili Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katikata?
Katikata is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katikata?
The pincode of Katikata is 754209.
What is the population of Katikata?
Katikata has a total population of 500, including 271 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Katikata?
There are 118 households in Katikata.
What is the literacy rate in Katikata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katikata is 69.00%. Male literacy is 75.28% and female literacy is 61.57%.