Katarbaga - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Katarbaga is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Durubaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katarbaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarbaga is 383560. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 770013 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Katarbaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Katarbaga
As per Census 2011, Katarbaga village has a total population of 298 people, consisting of 154 males and 144 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katarbaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | 154 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 129 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 25 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Katarbaga
Katarbaga 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 Katarbaga
Public transport in the Katarbaga is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katarbaga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Katarbaga is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Katarbaga is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarbaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarbaga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katarbaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarbaga 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katarbaga
Where is Katarbaga located?
Katarbaga village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katarbaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Katarbaga is Durubaga.
What is the pincode of Katarbaga?
The pincode of Katarbaga is 770013.
What is the population of Katarbaga?
Katarbaga has a total population of 298, including 154 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Katarbaga?
There are 87 households in Katarbaga.
What is the literacy rate in Katarbaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarbaga is 71.81%. Male literacy is 83.77% and female literacy is 59.03%.