Katarkela
Katarkela is a village located in Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Kochinda (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Gunduruchuan is the gram panchayat of Katarkela village.
Here you can discover what makes Katarkela unique in its vibrant Kochinda-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Katarkela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Katarkela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Katarkela is 381542. The village spans a total geographical area of 533 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768107. Kochinda is nearest town to Katarkela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Katarkela
Population of Katarkela
According to the 2011 Census, Katarkela has a total population of about 1,410, with approximately 717 males and 693 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 150 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 131 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 561. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.91%, with male literacy at about 70.99% and female literacy near 54.55%. There are around 406 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Katarkela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Connectivity of Katarkela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Katarkela. As per the 2011 stats, Katarkela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Katarkela
Knowing the nearby villages of Katarkela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Katarkela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katarkela
- Where is Katarkela located?
- Katarkela village is situated in Kochinda Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Katarkela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Katarkela is Gunduruchuan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Katarkela?
- The pincode of Katarkela is 768107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Katarkela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Katarkela is 1,410, with 717 males and 693 females.
- How many households are there in Katarkela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Katarkela village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Katarkela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Katarkela is 62.91%. The male literacy rate is 70.99%, while the female literacy rate is 54.55%.