Katameta - Mathili, Malkangiri
Katameta is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Malkangiri and around 26 km from Malkangiri . Bhejaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katameta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katameta is 430183. The village covers a total geographical area of 1467 hectares and falls under the 764045 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Katameta 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 Katameta
According to the 2011 Census, Katameta village had a total population of 2,658 people, including 1,405 males and 1,253 females, living in 526 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.04%, with male literacy at 60.93% and female literacy at 35.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,129.
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 | 2,658 | 1,405 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 243 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 85 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,129 | 1,137 | 992 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 708 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,584 | 697 | 887 |
Nearby Villages of Katameta
Katameta 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 Katameta
Katameta 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Katameta is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Katameta is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katameta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katameta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katameta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katameta 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katameta
Where is Katameta located?
Katameta village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katameta?
The Gram Panchayat of Katameta is Bhejaguda.
What is the pincode of Katameta?
The pincode of Katameta is 764045.
What is the population of Katameta?
Katameta had a total population of 2,658, including 1,405 males and 1,253 females.
How many households are there in Katameta?
Katameta had 526 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katameta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katameta was 49.04%. Male literacy was 60.93% and female literacy was 35.60%.