Kathapal - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Kathapal is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Nudadiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathapal is 391155. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kathapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathapal
As per Census 2011, Kathapal village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 113 males and 108 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 113 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 69 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 44 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Kathapal
Kathapal 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 Kathapal
Public transport in the Kathapal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Kathapal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kathapal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kathapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathapal 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kathapal
Where is Kathapal located?
Kathapal village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathapal is Nudadiha.
What is the pincode of Kathapal?
The pincode of Kathapal is 757041.
What is the population of Kathapal?
Kathapal has a total population of 221, including 113 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Kathapal?
There are 55 households in Kathapal.
What is the literacy rate in Kathapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathapal is 59.73%. Male literacy is 61.06% and female literacy is 58.33%.