Katadamaha - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Katadamaha is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sonepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katadamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katadamaha is 417500. The village covers a total geographical area of 693 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Katadamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katadamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Katadamaha village had a total population of 463 people, including 219 males and 244 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.62%, with male literacy at 56.02% and female literacy at 21.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 455.
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 | 463 | 219 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 53 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 455 | 216 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 93 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 126 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Katadamaha
Katadamaha 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 Katadamaha
Public transport in the Katadamaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Katadamaha is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Katadamaha is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katadamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katadamaha 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 Katadamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katadamaha 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 Katadamaha
Where is Katadamaha located?
Katadamaha village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katadamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Katadamaha is Sonepur.
What is the pincode of Katadamaha?
The pincode of Katadamaha is 762104.
What is the population of Katadamaha?
Katadamaha had a total population of 463, including 219 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Katadamaha?
Katadamaha had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katadamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katadamaha was 38.62%. Male literacy was 56.02% and female literacy was 21.43%.