Katnikund - Boipariguda, Koraput
Katnikund is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Haladikund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katnikund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katnikund is 429180. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Katnikund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katnikund
According to the 2011 Census, Katnikund village had a total population of 352 people, including 168 males and 184 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.00%, with male literacy at 17.32% and female literacy at 9.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 207.
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 | 352 | 168 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 98 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 146 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Katnikund
Katnikund 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 Katnikund
Katnikund 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Katnikund is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Katnikund 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 Katnikund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katnikund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katnikund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katnikund 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Katnikund
Where is Katnikund located?
Katnikund village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katnikund?
The Gram Panchayat of Katnikund is Haladikund.
What is the pincode of Katnikund?
The pincode of Katnikund is 764043.
What is the population of Katnikund?
Katnikund had a total population of 352, including 168 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Katnikund?
Katnikund had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katnikund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katnikund was 13.00%. Male literacy was 17.32% and female literacy was 9.33%.