Katrakund Village - 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
As per Census 2011, Katrakund village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 221 males and 222 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katrakund are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 443, including 221 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Katrakund?
There are 91 households in Katrakund.
What is the literacy rate in Katrakund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katrakund is 34.76%. Male literacy is 43.44% and female literacy is 26.13%.