Karatali - Polasara, Ganjam
Karatali is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from Kabisuryanagar and around 80 km from Chatrapur. Ghodapalana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karatali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karatali is 411386. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Karatali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karatali
According to the 2011 Census, Karatali village had a total population of 664 people, including 344 males and 320 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.93%, with male literacy at 97.30% and female literacy at 65.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144.
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 | 664 | 344 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 288 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 56 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Karatali
Karatali 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 Karatali
Karatali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Karatali is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Karatali is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karatali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karatali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karatali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karatali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karatali
Where is Karatali located?
Karatali village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karatali?
The Gram Panchayat of Karatali is Ghodapalana.
What is the pincode of Karatali?
The pincode of Karatali is 761105.
What is the population of Karatali?
Karatali had a total population of 664, including 344 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Karatali?
Karatali had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karatali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karatali was 81.93%. Male literacy was 97.30% and female literacy was 65.96%.