Katarapada - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Katarapada is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kankadasoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katarapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarapada is 402283. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 759120 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Katarapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katarapada
As per Census 2011, Katarapada village has a total population of 830 people, consisting of 415 males and 415 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katarapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 415 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 152 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 323 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 92 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Katarapada
Katarapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barabank | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Khalibahal | East | 1.28 km |
| Khandualmunda | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Lodhani | South | 1.56 km |
| Kandarsingha | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Palikateni | West | 2.35 km |
| Garhaparajang | North | 2.57 km |
| Jahnapada | West | 2.95 km |
| Mendhapada | East | 3.04 km |
| Katabahal | South | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katarapada
Public transport in the Katarapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Burhapanka, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Talcher to Katarapada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Katarapada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katarapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarapada 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 Katarapada
Where is Katarapada located?
Katarapada village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katarapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Katarapada is Kankadasoda.
What is the pincode of Katarapada?
The pincode of Katarapada is 759120.
What is the population of Katarapada?
Katarapada has a total population of 830, including 415 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Katarapada?
There are 184 households in Katarapada.
What is the literacy rate in Katarapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarapada is 68.31%. Male literacy is 77.83% and female literacy is 58.80%.