Katrikia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Katrikia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rutungia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katrikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katrikia is 416766. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Katrikia 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 Katrikia
As per Census 2011, Katrikia village has a total population of 591 people, consisting of 306 males and 285 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 327 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 306 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katrikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 306 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 157 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 203 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 103 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Katrikia
Katrikia 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 Katrikia
Katrikia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Phulabani to Katrikia is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Katrikia is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katrikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katrikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katrikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katrikia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katrikia
Where is Katrikia located?
Katrikia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katrikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Katrikia is Rutungia.
What is the pincode of Katrikia?
The pincode of Katrikia is 762103.
What is the population of Katrikia?
Katrikia has a total population of 591, including 306 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Katrikia?
There are 136 households in Katrikia.
What is the literacy rate in Katrikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katrikia is 55.33%. Male literacy is 66.34% and female literacy is 43.51%.