Katadi - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Katadi is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gardingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katadi is 415937. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Katadi 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 Katadi
As per Census 2011, Katadi village has a total population of 288 people, consisting of 144 males and 144 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 234 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 144 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 113 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 84 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 60 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Katadi
Katadi 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 Katadi
Public transport in the Katadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Katadi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Katadi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Katadi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katadi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katadi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katadi
Where is Katadi located?
Katadi village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Katadi is Gardingia.
What is the pincode of Katadi?
The pincode of Katadi is 762106.
What is the population of Katadi?
Katadi has a total population of 288, including 144 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Katadi?
There are 69 households in Katadi.
What is the literacy rate in Katadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katadi is 46.18%. Male literacy is 58.33% and female literacy is 34.03%.