Katasingi - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Katasingi is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Badabanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katasingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katasingi is 417380. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Katasingi 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 Katasingi
According to the 2011 Census, Katasingi village had a total population of 494 people, including 215 males and 279 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,298 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.81%, with male literacy at 75.56% and female literacy at 43.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 445.
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 | 494 | 215 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 194 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 136 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 79 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Katasingi
Katasingi 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 Katasingi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katasingi.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Katasingi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Katasingi is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katasingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katasingi 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 Katasingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katasingi 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 Katasingi
Where is Katasingi located?
Katasingi village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katasingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Katasingi is Badabanga.
What is the pincode of Katasingi?
The pincode of Katasingi is 762104.
What is the population of Katasingi?
Katasingi had a total population of 494, including 215 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Katasingi?
Katasingi had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katasingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katasingi was 56.81%. Male literacy was 75.56% and female literacy was 43.09%.