Katagura - Motu, Malkangiri
Katagura is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Motu and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Mottu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katagura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katagura is 431170. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Katagura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katagura
As per Census 2011, Katagura village has a total population of 213 people, consisting of 101 males and 112 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 54 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katagura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 213 | 101 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 12 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 100 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 68 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Katagura
Katagura 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 Katagura
Katagura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malkangiri to Katagura is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Katagura is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katagura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katagura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katagura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katagura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katagura
Where is Katagura located?
Katagura village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katagura?
The Gram Panchayat of Katagura is Mottu.
What is the pincode of Katagura?
The pincode of Katagura is 764086.
What is the population of Katagura?
Katagura has a total population of 213, including 101 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Katagura?
There are 58 households in Katagura.
What is the literacy rate in Katagura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katagura is 25.35%. Male literacy is 32.67% and female literacy is 18.75%.