Kathagada - Surada, Ganjam
Kathagada is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bhagabanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathagada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathagada is 410838. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kathagada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathagada
As per Census 2011, Kathagada village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 65 males and 87 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,338 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathagada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 65 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 64 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 59 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Kathagada
Kathagada 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 Kathagada
Public transport in the Kathagada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Kathagada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kathagada is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathagada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathagada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kathagada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathagada 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 Kathagada
Where is Kathagada located?
Kathagada village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathagada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathagada is Bhagabanpur.
What is the pincode of Kathagada?
The pincode of Kathagada is 761108.
What is the population of Kathagada?
Kathagada has a total population of 152, including 65 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Kathagada?
There are 38 households in Kathagada.
What is the literacy rate in Kathagada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathagada is 7.24%. Male literacy is 9.23% and female literacy is 5.75%.