Katapali - Tarbha, Sonepur
Katapali is a village situated in the Tarbha tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Tarbha and around 40 km from Subarnapur. Katapali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katapali is 419671. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 767016 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Katapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katapali
As per Census 2011, Katapali village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 133 males and 157 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,180 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 133 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 140 | 84 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 49 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Katapali
Katapali 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 Katapali
Katapali 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 | 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 Tarbha to Katapali is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Katapali is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katapali
Where is Katapali located?
Katapali village is located in Tarbha Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katapali?
Katapali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katapali?
The pincode of Katapali is 767016.
What is the population of Katapali?
Katapali has a total population of 290, including 133 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Katapali?
There are 66 households in Katapali.
What is the literacy rate in Katapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katapali is 48.28%. Male literacy is 63.16% and female literacy is 35.67%.