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
According to the 2011 Census, Katikata village had a total population of 500 people, including 271 males and 229 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.05%, with male literacy at 86.44% and female literacy at 68.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 500 | 271 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 500, including 271 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Katikata?
Katikata had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katikata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katikata was 78.05%. Male literacy was 86.44% and female literacy was 68.45%.