Katadaganda - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Katadaganda is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Lingagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katadaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katadaganda is 415826. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Katadaganda 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 Katadaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Katadaganda village had a total population of 245 people, including 118 males and 127 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.67%, with male literacy at 85.39% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 245 | 118 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 29 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 96 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 76 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 42 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Katadaganda
Katadaganda 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 Katadaganda
Public transport in the Katadaganda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Katadaganda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Katadaganda is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katadaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katadaganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katadaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katadaganda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katadaganda
Where is Katadaganda located?
Katadaganda village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katadaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Katadaganda is Lingagada.
What is the pincode of Katadaganda?
The pincode of Katadaganda is 762100.
What is the population of Katadaganda?
Katadaganda had a total population of 245, including 118 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Katadaganda?
Katadaganda had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katadaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katadaganda was 65.67%. Male literacy was 85.39% and female literacy was 50.00%.