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
As per Census 2011, Karatali village has a total population of 664 people, consisting of 344 males and 320 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 476 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karatali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 344 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| 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 has a total population of 664, including 344 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Karatali?
There are 127 households in Karatali.
What is the literacy rate in Karatali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karatali is 71.69%. Male literacy is 83.72% and female literacy is 58.75%.