Karatanala - Suliapada, Mayurbhanj
Karatanala is a village situated in the Suliapada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suliapada and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kantisahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karatanala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karatanala is 389818. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 757022 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karatanala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karatanala
According to the 2011 Census, Karatanala village had a total population of 241 people, including 109 males and 132 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.56%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 69.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 241 | 109 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 70 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 39 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Karatanala
Karatanala 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 Karatanala
Karatanala 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 | 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 Baripada to Karatanala is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karatanala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karatanala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karatanala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karatanala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karatanala
Where is Karatanala located?
Karatanala village is located in Suliapada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karatanala?
The Gram Panchayat of Karatanala is Kantisahi.
What is the pincode of Karatanala?
The pincode of Karatanala is 757022.
What is the population of Karatanala?
Karatanala had a total population of 241, including 109 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Karatanala?
Karatanala had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karatanala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karatanala was 71.56%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 69.83%.