Katarkela - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Katarkela is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Kochinda and around 73 km from Sambalpur. Gunduruchuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katarkela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarkela is 381542. The village covers a total geographical area of 533 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Katarkela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katarkela
As per Census 2011, Katarkela village has a total population of 1,410 people, consisting of 717 males and 693 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 887 literate and 523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 561 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katarkela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,410 | 717 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 72 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 561 | 287 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 887 | 509 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 208 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Katarkela
Katarkela 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 Katarkela
Katarkela is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Kochinda to Katarkela is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Katarkela is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarkela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarkela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katarkela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarkela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katarkela
Where is Katarkela located?
Katarkela village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katarkela?
The Gram Panchayat of Katarkela is Gunduruchuan.
What is the pincode of Katarkela?
The pincode of Katarkela is 768107.
What is the population of Katarkela?
Katarkela has a total population of 1,410, including 717 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Katarkela?
There are 406 households in Katarkela.
What is the literacy rate in Katarkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarkela is 62.91%. Male literacy is 70.99% and female literacy is 54.55%.