Kathafar - Boden, Nuapada
Kathafar is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Bhainsadani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathafar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathafar is 422094. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kathafar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathafar
According to the 2011 Census, Kathafar village had a total population of 529 people, including 262 males and 267 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.00%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 10.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 529 | 262 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 66 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 86 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 176 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Kathafar
Kathafar 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 Kathafar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kathafar.
| 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 Khariar Road to Kathafar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Kathafar is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathafar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathafar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathafar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathafar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathafar
Where is Kathafar located?
Kathafar village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kathafar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathafar is Bhainsadani.
What is the pincode of Kathafar?
The pincode of Kathafar is 766111.
What is the population of Kathafar?
Kathafar had a total population of 529, including 262 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Kathafar?
Kathafar had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathafar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathafar was 25.00%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 10.14%.