Katrakund - Boipariguda, Koraput
Katrakund is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ramagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katrakund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katrakund is 429305. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Katrakund 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 Katrakund
According to the 2011 Census, Katrakund village had a total population of 443 people, including 221 males and 222 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.83%, with male literacy at 59.63% and female literacy at 33.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 443 | 221 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 135 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 96 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 125 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Katrakund
Katrakund 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 Katrakund
Katrakund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Katrakund has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Katrakund is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Katrakund is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katrakund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katrakund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katrakund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katrakund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Katrakund
Where is Katrakund located?
Katrakund village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katrakund?
The Gram Panchayat of Katrakund is Ramagiri.
What is the pincode of Katrakund?
The pincode of Katrakund is 764043.
What is the population of Katrakund?
Katrakund had a total population of 443, including 221 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Katrakund?
Katrakund had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katrakund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katrakund was 45.83%. Male literacy was 59.63% and female literacy was 33.14%.