Kathanpallam is a village located under the jurisdiction of Orappam Grama panchayat, Bargur block, Krishnagiri district in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. This village is 10 km (6.2 mi) away from the capital Krishnagiri.

Kathanpallam holds a unique cultural identity, heavily influenced by the presence of Catholic missionaries who settled in nearest village Elathagiri over a century ago. As a result, the village has a notable population of Catholics who actively participate in religious rituals and festivities. The missionaries not only brought the Catholic faith but also played an integral role in establishing educational in the village.

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