Katapali - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Katapali is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 88 km from Paparmetla and around 100 km from Malkangiri . Papermetla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katapali is 430691. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Katapali 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 Katapali
According to the 2011 Census, Katapali village had a total population of 120 people, including 52 males and 68 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,308 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.90%, with male literacy at 17.14% and female literacy at 8.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
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 | 120 | 52 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 52 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 46 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Katapali
Katapali 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 Katapali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katapali.
| 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 Katapali is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Katapali is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katapali 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 Katapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katapali
Where is Katapali located?
Katapali village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Katapali is Papermetla.
What is the pincode of Katapali?
The pincode of Katapali is 764051.
What is the population of Katapali?
Katapali had a total population of 120, including 52 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Katapali?
Katapali had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katapali was 11.90%. Male literacy was 17.14% and female literacy was 8.16%.