Karlamal - Khaprakhol, Balangir
Karlamal is a village situated in the Khaprakhol tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaprakhol and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Telenpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlamal is 420757. The village covers a total geographical area of 405 hectares and falls under the 767028 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Karlamal 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 Karlamal
According to the 2011 Census, Karlamal village had a total population of 819 people, including 426 males and 393 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.08%, with male literacy at 64.49% and female literacy at 43.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.
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 | 819 | 426 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 79 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 227 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 199 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Karlamal
Karlamal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudukipadar | East | 1.57 km |
| Junanibahal | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Baliabahal | West | 2.25 km |
| Bagjharan | North | 2.43 km |
| Telenpali | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Bheluakhol | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Chaulbanji | East | 3.26 km |
| Banamal | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Maharapadar | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Dudungdarha | North-West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karlamal
Karlamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harishanker Rd, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Karlamal is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Karlamal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karlamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karlamal
Where is Karlamal located?
Karlamal village is located in Khaprakhol Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlamal is Telenpali.
What is the pincode of Karlamal?
The pincode of Karlamal is 767028.
What is the population of Karlamal?
Karlamal had a total population of 819, including 426 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Karlamal?
Karlamal had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karlamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlamal was 54.08%. Male literacy was 64.49% and female literacy was 43.11%.