Katerbata - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Katerbata is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katerbata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katerbata is 416583. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Katerbata 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 Katerbata
As per Census 2011, Katerbata village has a total population of 427 people, consisting of 219 males and 208 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 366 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katerbata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 219 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 49 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 366 | 187 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 109 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 110 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Katerbata
Katerbata 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 Katerbata
Public transport in the Katerbata is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Katerbata is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Katerbata is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katerbata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katerbata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katerbata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katerbata 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katerbata
Where is Katerbata located?
Katerbata village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katerbata?
The Gram Panchayat of Katerbata is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Katerbata?
The pincode of Katerbata is 762110.
What is the population of Katerbata?
Katerbata has a total population of 427, including 219 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Katerbata?
There are 98 households in Katerbata.
What is the literacy rate in Katerbata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katerbata is 38.41%. Male literacy is 49.77% and female literacy is 26.44%.