Katangjharia - Kutra, Sundargarh
Katangjharia is a village situated in the Kutra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutra and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Panchara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katangjharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katangjharia is 384145. The village covers a total geographical area of 539 hectares and falls under the 770018 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Katangjharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katangjharia
As per Census 2011, Katangjharia village has a total population of 916 people, consisting of 465 males and 451 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 491 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 417 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katangjharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 465 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 417 | 203 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 282 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 183 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Katangjharia
Katangjharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Timna | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Kusumdega | South | 2.85 km |
| Panchara | East | 3.19 km |
| Udarama | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Pamra | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Padampur | West | 4.54 km |
| Ekma | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Dandjamira | South | 5.41 km |
| Siamal | West | 5.55 km |
| Koronga | South-East | 5.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katangjharia
Katangjharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garpos, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Katangjharia is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Katangjharia is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katangjharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katangjharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katangjharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katangjharia 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 Katangjharia
Where is Katangjharia located?
Katangjharia village is located in Kutra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katangjharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Katangjharia is Panchara.
What is the pincode of Katangjharia?
The pincode of Katangjharia is 770018.
What is the population of Katangjharia?
Katangjharia has a total population of 916, including 465 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Katangjharia?
There are 199 households in Katangjharia.
What is the literacy rate in Katangjharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katangjharia is 53.60%. Male literacy is 60.65% and female literacy is 46.34%.