Ketuapal - Aali, Kendrapara
Ketuapal is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Ketupal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ketuapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ketuapal is 396082. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 755061 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Ketuapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ketuapal
According to the 2011 Census, Ketuapal village had a total population of 615 people, including 278 males and 337 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,212 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.19%, with male literacy at 75.10% and female literacy at 69.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 615 | 278 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 75 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 181 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 97 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Ketuapal
Ketuapal 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 Ketuapal
Ketuapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Ketuapal is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Ketuapal is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ketuapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ketuapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ketuapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ketuapal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ketuapal
Where is Ketuapal located?
Ketuapal village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ketuapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ketuapal is Ketupal.
What is the pincode of Ketuapal?
The pincode of Ketuapal is 755061.
What is the population of Ketuapal?
Ketuapal had a total population of 615, including 278 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Ketuapal?
Ketuapal had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ketuapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ketuapal was 72.19%. Male literacy was 75.10% and female literacy was 69.87%.