Kathuaganda - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Kathuaganda is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Dera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathuaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathuaganda is 395979. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kathuaganda 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 Kathuaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Kathuaganda village had a total population of 251 people, including 121 males and 130 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.55%, with male literacy at 96.23% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 251 | 121 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 102 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 19 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Kathuaganda
Kathuaganda 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 Kathuaganda
Kathuaganda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Pattamundai to Kathuaganda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kathuaganda is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathuaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathuaganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kathuaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathuaganda 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 Kathuaganda
Where is Kathuaganda located?
Kathuaganda village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kathuaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathuaganda is Dera.
What is the pincode of Kathuaganda?
The pincode of Kathuaganda is 754225.
What is the population of Kathuaganda?
Kathuaganda had a total population of 251, including 121 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Kathuaganda?
Kathuaganda had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathuaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathuaganda was 86.55%. Male literacy was 96.23% and female literacy was 77.78%.