Katarapada - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Katarapada is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Krushnadaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katarapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarapada is 398236. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Katarapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katarapada
According to the 2011 Census, Katarapada village had a total population of 400 people, including 208 males and 192 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.50%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 69.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 400 | 208 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 32 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 144 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 64 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Katarapada
Katarapada 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 Katarapada
Public transport in the Katarapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katarapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Katarapada is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katarapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Katarapada
Where is Katarapada located?
Katarapada village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katarapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Katarapada is Krushnadaspur.
What is the pincode of Katarapada?
The pincode of Katarapada is 754108.
What is the population of Katarapada?
Katarapada had a total population of 400, including 208 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Katarapada?
Katarapada had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katarapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarapada was 75.50%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 69.14%.