Kapatuti - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Kapatuti is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Kapatuti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapatuti is 430656. The village covers a total geographical area of 722 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kapatuti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapatuti
As per Census 2011, Kapatuti village has a total population of 925 people, consisting of 442 males and 483 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 899 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapatuti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 925 | 442 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 87 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 899 | 432 | 467 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 99 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 343 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Kapatuti
Kapatuti 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 Kapatuti
Kapatuti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Balimela to Kapatuti is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kapatuti is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapatuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapatuti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kapatuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapatuti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapatuti
Where is Kapatuti located?
Kapatuti village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapatuti?
Kapatuti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapatuti?
The pincode of Kapatuti is 764052.
What is the population of Kapatuti?
Kapatuti has a total population of 925, including 442 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Kapatuti?
There are 212 households in Kapatuti.
What is the literacy rate in Kapatuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapatuti is 17.41%. Male literacy is 22.40% and female literacy is 12.84%.