Katharpali - Sohela, Bargarh
Katharpali is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Dumberpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katharpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katharpali is 380258. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 768033 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Katharpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katharpali
According to the 2011 Census, Katharpali village had a total population of 282 people, including 133 males and 149 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.98%, with male literacy at 76.67% and female literacy at 61.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 282 | 133 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 13 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 92 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 41 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Katharpali
Katharpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairpali | West | 1.49 km |
| Birjupali | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Banjari | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Lambrupali | East | 1.89 km |
| Sardhapali | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Jampali | South | 2.40 km |
| Bindhanpali | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Ichhapali | East | 3.05 km |
| Gobindapur | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Birhipali | North-West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katharpali
Katharpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| 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 Bargarh to Katharpali is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katharpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katharpali 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katharpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katharpali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katharpali
Where is Katharpali located?
Katharpali village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katharpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Katharpali is Dumberpali.
What is the pincode of Katharpali?
The pincode of Katharpali is 768033.
What is the population of Katharpali?
Katharpali had a total population of 282, including 133 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Katharpali?
Katharpali had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katharpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katharpali was 68.98%. Male literacy was 76.67% and female literacy was 61.60%.