Katharaguda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Katharaguda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bandhugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katharaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katharaguda is 428789. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Katharaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katharaguda
As per Census 2011, Katharaguda village has a total population of 204 people, consisting of 99 males and 105 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katharaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 204 | 99 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 77 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Katharaguda
Katharaguda 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 Katharaguda
Katharaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Katharaguda is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Katharaguda is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katharaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katharaguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katharaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katharaguda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katharaguda
Where is Katharaguda located?
Katharaguda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katharaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Katharaguda is Bandhugaon.
What is the pincode of Katharaguda?
The pincode of Katharaguda is 764027.
What is the population of Katharaguda?
Katharaguda has a total population of 204, including 99 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Katharaguda?
There are 48 households in Katharaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Katharaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katharaguda is 22.06%. Male literacy is 22.22% and female literacy is 21.90%.