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
As per Census 2011, Katapali village has a total population of 514 people, consisting of 266 males and 248 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 493 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katapali are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 514, including 266 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Katapali?
There are 113 households in Katapali.
What is the literacy rate in Katapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katapali is 24.32%. Male literacy is 31.58% and female literacy is 16.53%.