Katar-Baga - Rengali, Sambalpur
Katar-Baga is a village situated in the Rengali tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Katarbaga and around 35 km from Sambalpur. Katarbaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katar-Baga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katar-Baga is 381667. The village covers a total geographical area of 2079 hectares and falls under the 768212 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Katar-Baga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rengali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katar-Baga
As per Census 2011, Katar-Baga village has a total population of 5,054 people, consisting of 2,569 males and 2,485 females. The village has 1,283 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,544 literate and 1,510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 828 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,666 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katar-Baga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,054 | 2,569 | 2,485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 248 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 828 | 433 | 395 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,666 | 836 | 830 |
| Literate Population | 3,544 | 1,975 | 1,569 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,510 | 594 | 916 |
Nearby Villages of Katar-Baga
Katar-Baga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ludhapali | North | 1.60 km |
| Brahmanipali | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Thurupali | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Basupali | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Nuarampela | North | 3.42 km |
| Jangala | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Jhankarpali | East | 4.51 km |
| Runimahul | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Bhoipali | South-West | 5.17 km |
| Gumloi | South-East | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katar-Baga
Katar-Baga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rengali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Katar-Baga is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katar-Baga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katar-Baga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katar-Baga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katar-Baga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katar-Baga
Where is Katar-Baga located?
Katar-Baga village is located in Rengali Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katar-Baga?
The Gram Panchayat of Katar-Baga is Katarbaga.
What is the pincode of Katar-Baga?
The pincode of Katar-Baga is 768212.
What is the population of Katar-Baga?
Katar-Baga has a total population of 5,054, including 2,569 males and 2,485 females.
How many households are there in Katar-Baga?
There are 1,283 households in Katar-Baga.
What is the literacy rate in Katar-Baga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katar-Baga is 70.12%. Male literacy is 76.88% and female literacy is 63.14%.