Katepali - Mathili, Malkangiri
Katepali is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Temurupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katepali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katepali is 430415. The village covers a total geographical area of 518 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Katepali 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 Katepali
As per Census 2011, Katepali village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 76 males and 67 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katepali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 76 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 25 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 51 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Katepali
Katepali 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 Katepali
Public transport in the Katepali 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 Katepali is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Katepali is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katepali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katepali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katepali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katepali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katepali
Where is Katepali located?
Katepali village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katepali?
The Gram Panchayat of Katepali is Temurupalli.
What is the pincode of Katepali?
The pincode of Katepali is 764044.
What is the population of Katepali?
Katepali has a total population of 143, including 76 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Katepali?
There are 36 households in Katepali.
What is the literacy rate in Katepali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katepali is 23.78%. Male literacy is 32.89% and female literacy is 13.43%.