Kataraguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Kataraguda is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Madhubana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kataraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kataraguda is 426967. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kataraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kataraguda
As per Census 2011, Kataraguda village has a total population of 135 people, consisting of 64 males and 71 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kataraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 58 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Kataraguda
Kataraguda 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 Kataraguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kataraguda.
| 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 Gudari to Kataraguda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kataraguda is about 96 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 Kataraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kataraguda 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 Kataraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kataraguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kataraguda
Where is Kataraguda located?
Kataraguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kataraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kataraguda is Madhubana.
What is the pincode of Kataraguda?
The pincode of Kataraguda is 765026.
What is the population of Kataraguda?
Kataraguda has a total population of 135, including 64 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Kataraguda?
There are 31 households in Kataraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kataraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kataraguda is 9.63%. Male literacy is 9.38% and female literacy is 9.86%.