Katakana - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Katakana is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Ostia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katakana is 395931. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 754246 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Katakana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katakana
According to the 2011 Census, Katakana village had a total population of 354 people, including 182 males and 172 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.94%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 81.05%.
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 | 354 | 182 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 153 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 29 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Katakana
Katakana 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 Katakana
Katakana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Pattamundai to Katakana is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Katakana is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katakana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katakana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katakana
Where is Katakana located?
Katakana village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Katakana is Ostia.
What is the pincode of Katakana?
The pincode of Katakana is 754246.
What is the population of Katakana?
Katakana had a total population of 354, including 182 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Katakana?
Katakana had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katakana was 87.94%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 81.05%.