Kathapal
Kathapal is a village located in Baleshwar Sadar tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Baleshwar Sadar (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Gopinathpur is the gram panchayat of Kathapal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kathapal unique in its vibrant Baleshwar Sadar-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Kathapal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kathapal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kathapal is 392739. The village spans a total geographical area of 40 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756002. Baleshwar is nearest town to Kathapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kathapal village comes under Balasore assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kathapal
Population of Kathapal
According to the 2011 Census, Kathapal has a total population of about 516, with approximately 276 males and 240 females. The sex ratio is around 869 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 235 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 41. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.80%, with male literacy at about 72.46% and female literacy near 64.58%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kathapal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 276 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 131 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 200 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 76 | 85 |
Connectivity of Kathapal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kathapal. As per the 2011 stats, Kathapal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kathapal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kathapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kathapal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathapal
- Where is Kathapal located?
- Kathapal village is situated in Baleshwar Sadar Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kathapal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kathapal is Gopinathpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kathapal?
- The pincode of Kathapal is 756002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kathapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kathapal is 516, with 276 males and 240 females.
- How many households are there in Kathapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kathapal village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kathapal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kathapal is 68.80%. The male literacy rate is 72.46%, while the female literacy rate is 64.58%.