Katakana - Kakatpur, Puri
Katakana is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sisua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katakana is 409144. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 21 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 Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katakana
According to the 2011 Census, Katakana village had a total population of 2,256 people, including 1,157 males and 1,099 females, living in 499 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.23%, with male literacy at 91.19% and female literacy at 80.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 2,256 | 1,157 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 124 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,716 | 942 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 215 | 325 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Katakana.
| 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 Nimapada to Katakana is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Katakana is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katakana
Where is Katakana located?
Katakana village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Katakana is Sisua.
What is the pincode of Katakana?
The pincode of Katakana is 752108.
What is the population of Katakana?
Katakana had a total population of 2,256, including 1,157 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Katakana?
Katakana had 499 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katakana was 86.23%. Male literacy was 91.19% and female literacy was 80.88%.