Katedi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Katedi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katedi is 416528. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Katedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katedi
According to the 2011 Census, Katedi village had a total population of 42 people, including 20 males and 22 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.88%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 31.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Katedi
Katedi 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 Katedi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Katedi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Katedi is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Katedi is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katedi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katedi
Where is Katedi located?
Katedi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Katedi is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Katedi?
The pincode of Katedi is 762106.
What is the population of Katedi?
Katedi had a total population of 42, including 20 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Katedi?
Katedi had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katedi was 46.88%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 31.58%.