Katapali(Kha) - Bijepur, Bargarh
Katapali(Kha) is a village situated in the Bijepur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijepur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Bairakhapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katapali(Kha) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katapali(Kha) is 380363. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 768032 pincode. Barpali is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Katapali(Kha) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katapali(Kha)
According to the 2011 Census, Katapali(Kha) village had a total population of 413 people, including 225 males and 188 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.86%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 61.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 413 | 225 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 98 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 161 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 64 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Katapali(Kha)
Katapali(Kha) 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 Katapali(Kha)
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Katapali(Kha).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barpali to Katapali(Kha) is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Katapali(Kha) is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katapali(Kha)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katapali(Kha) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katapali(Kha)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katapali(Kha) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katapali(Kha)
Where is Katapali(Kha) located?
Katapali(Kha) village is located in Bijepur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katapali(Kha)?
The Gram Panchayat of Katapali(Kha) is Bairakhapali.
What is the pincode of Katapali(Kha)?
The pincode of Katapali(Kha) is 768032.
What is the population of Katapali(Kha)?
Katapali(Kha) had a total population of 413, including 225 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Katapali(Kha)?
Katapali(Kha) had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katapali(Kha)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katapali(Kha) was 71.86%. Male literacy was 80.90% and female literacy was 61.08%.