Katulpeta - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Katulpeta is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Almonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katulpeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katulpeta is 428796. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Katulpeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katulpeta
As per Census 2011, Katulpeta village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 123 males and 115 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katulpeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 66 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Katulpeta
Katulpeta 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 Katulpeta
Public transport in the Katulpeta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Katulpeta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Katulpeta is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Katulpeta is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katulpeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katulpeta 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 Katulpeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katulpeta 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 Katulpeta
Where is Katulpeta located?
Katulpeta village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katulpeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Katulpeta is Almonda.
What is the pincode of Katulpeta?
The pincode of Katulpeta is 764027.
What is the population of Katulpeta?
Katulpeta has a total population of 238, including 123 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Katulpeta?
There are 73 households in Katulpeta.
What is the literacy rate in Katulpeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katulpeta is 41.18%. Male literacy is 46.34% and female literacy is 35.65%.