Katuru - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Katuru is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katuru is 416491. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Katuru 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 Katuru
According to the 2011 Census, Katuru village had a total population of 23 people, including 10 males and 13 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,300 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 0.00%, with male literacy at 0.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Katuru
Katuru 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 Katuru
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katuru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Katuru is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Katuru is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katuru 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katuru
Where is Katuru located?
Katuru village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Katuru is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Katuru?
The pincode of Katuru is 762110.
What is the population of Katuru?
Katuru had a total population of 23, including 10 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Katuru?
Katuru had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katuru was 0.00%. Male literacy was 0.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.