Katapali - Mathili, Malkangiri
Katapali is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Katapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katapali is 430422. The village covers a total geographical area of 490 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 55 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 514 people, including 266 males and 248 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.79%, with male literacy at 39.62% and female literacy at 21.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 493.
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 | 514 | 266 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 252 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 84 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 182 | 207 |
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
Katapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Malkangiri to Katapali is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Katapali is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katapali
Where is Katapali located?
Katapali village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Katapali is Katapalli.
What is the pincode of Katapali?
The pincode of Katapali is 764044.
What is the population of Katapali?
Katapali had a total population of 514, including 266 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Katapali?
Katapali had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katapali was 30.79%. Male literacy was 39.62% and female literacy was 21.13%.