Kathaghar "A" - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kathaghar "A" is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sunger serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathaghar "A" village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathaghar "A" is 425760. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kathaghar "A" village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathaghar "A"
As per Census 2011, Kathaghar "A" village has a total population of 13 people, consisting of 7 males and 6 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathaghar "A" are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kathaghar "A"
Kathaghar "A" is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Boriguda | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Kulikupa (a) | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Nikesh | West | 1.80 km |
| Kodiguda | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Sunger | South | 2.87 km |
| Sinduraghati | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Banateji | East | 3.77 km |
| Gojapadar | South | 4.08 km |
| Sanachekana | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Pudusil | South | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kathaghar "A"
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kathaghar "A". The nearest railway station is Leliguma, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kathaghar "A" is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kathaghar "A" is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathaghar "A"
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathaghar "A" 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathaghar "A"
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathaghar "A" 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 Kathaghar "A"
Where is Kathaghar "A" located?
Kathaghar "A" village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathaghar "A"?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathaghar "A" is Sunger.
What is the pincode of Kathaghar "A"?
The pincode of Kathaghar "A" is 765016.
What is the population of Kathaghar "A"?
Kathaghar "A" has a total population of 13, including 7 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Kathaghar "A"?
There are 4 households in Kathaghar "A".