Katedikia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Katedikia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mandakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katedikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katedikia is 417525. The village covers a total geographical area of 330 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Katedikia 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 Katedikia
As per Census 2011, Katedikia village has a total population of 189 people, consisting of 95 males and 94 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katedikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 44 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Katedikia
Katedikia 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 Katedikia
Public transport in the Katedikia 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 Katedikia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Katedikia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katedikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katedikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katedikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katedikia 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 Katedikia
Where is Katedikia located?
Katedikia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katedikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Katedikia is Mandakia.
What is the pincode of Katedikia?
The pincode of Katedikia is 762101.
What is the population of Katedikia?
Katedikia has a total population of 189, including 95 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Katedikia?
There are 48 households in Katedikia.
What is the literacy rate in Katedikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katedikia is 48.15%. Male literacy is 53.68% and female literacy is 42.55%.