Katakala

Katakala is a village located in Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Buguda (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Biranchipur is the gram panchayat of Katakala village.

Katakala has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Katakala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katakala is 410406. The village spans a total geographical area of 247 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761118. Buguda is nearest town to Katakala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Katakala

Below is a concise population overview of Katakala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 653 350 303
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 75 38 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 183 101 82
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 366 228 138
Illiterate Population 287 122 165

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Katakala village:

  • The total population of Katakala village is around 653, including approximately 350 males and 303 females, with a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Katakala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Katakala village has 183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Katakala village is about 56.05%, with male literacy at 65.14% and female literacy at 45.54%.
  • There are around 139 households in Katakala village.

Connectivity of Katakala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katakala. As per the 2011 stats, Katakala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Katakala

Knowing the nearby villages of Katakala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katakala.

Badatanda Baindapalli Kanasarala Talasara Kailashanagar Adipur Betarsingi Ramanda Solandi Thanapalli Dakarabadi

Frequently Asked Questions about Katakala

Where is Katakala located?
Katakala village is situated in Buguda Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katakala?
The Gram Panchayat of Katakala is Biranchipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Katakala?
The pincode of Katakala is 761118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Katakala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katakala is 653, with 350 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Katakala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Katakala village has a total of 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katakala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katakala is 56.05%. The male literacy rate is 65.14%, while the female literacy rate is 45.54%.