Karajada - Nandigam, Srikakulam
Karajada is a village situated in the Nandigam mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandigam and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Annapuram serves as the Grama Panchayat for Karajada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karajada is 580610. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 532204 pincode. Palasa Kasibugga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karajada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karajada
According to the 2011 Census, Karajada village had a total population of 119 people, including 60 males and 59 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 67.86% and female literacy at 46.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Karajada
Karajada 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 Karajada
Karajada 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palasa Kasibugga to Karajada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Karajada is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karajada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karajada 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karajada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karajada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karajada
Where is Karajada located?
Karajada village is located in Nandigam Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Karajada?
The Grama Panchayat of Karajada is Annapuram.
What is the pincode of Karajada?
The pincode of Karajada is 532204.
What is the population of Karajada?
Karajada had a total population of 119, including 60 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Karajada?
Karajada had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karajada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karajada was 57.14%. Male literacy was 67.86% and female literacy was 46.43%.