Katpur - Khaira, Balasore
Katpur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Khaira and around 53 km from Baleshwar. Makhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katpur is 393572. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Katpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katpur
As per Census 2011, Katpur village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 83 males and 81 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 70 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 13 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Katpur
Katpur 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 Katpur
Public transport in the Katpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Katpur.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Katpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Katpur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katpur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Katpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Katpur
Where is Katpur located?
Katpur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Katpur is Makhanpur.
What is the pincode of Katpur?
The pincode of Katpur is 756047.
What is the population of Katpur?
Katpur has a total population of 164, including 83 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Katpur?
There are 43 households in Katpur.
What is the literacy rate in Katpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katpur is 79.27%. Male literacy is 84.34% and female literacy is 74.07%.