Karlabahali - Belpara, Balangir
Karlabahali is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Pandrijore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlabahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlabahali is 421001. The village covers a total geographical area of 689 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Karlabahali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karlabahali
According to the 2011 Census, Karlabahali village had a total population of 1,425 people, including 707 males and 718 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.86%, with male literacy at 57.38% and female literacy at 34.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 1,425 | 707 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 104 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 137 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 346 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 361 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Karlabahali
Karlabahali 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 Karlabahali
Karlabahali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kantabanji to Karlabahali is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Karlabahali is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlabahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlabahali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karlabahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlabahali 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 Karlabahali
Where is Karlabahali located?
Karlabahali village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karlabahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlabahali is Pandrijore.
What is the pincode of Karlabahali?
The pincode of Karlabahali is 767026.
What is the population of Karlabahali?
Karlabahali had a total population of 1,425, including 707 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Karlabahali?
Karlabahali had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karlabahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlabahali was 45.86%. Male literacy was 57.38% and female literacy was 34.58%.