Katijanga - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Katijanga is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Baharana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katijanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katijanga is 398271. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Katijanga 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 Katijanga
According to the 2011 Census, Katijanga village had a total population of 325 people, including 155 males and 170 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 78.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 325 | 155 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 32 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Katijanga
Katijanga 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 Katijanga
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Katijanga.
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Katijanga is about 23 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 Katijanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katijanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katijanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katijanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katijanga
Where is Katijanga located?
Katijanga village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katijanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Katijanga is Baharana.
What is the pincode of Katijanga?
The pincode of Katijanga is 754108.
What is the population of Katijanga?
Katijanga had a total population of 325, including 155 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Katijanga?
Katijanga had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katijanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katijanga was 83.33%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 78.00%.