Karlabahali - Saintala, Balangir
Karlabahali is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Saintala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlabahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlabahali is 421080. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karlabahali
As per Census 2011, Karlabahali village has a total population of 65 people, consisting of 35 males and 30 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karlabahali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Karlabahali
Karlabahali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Burda | South | 1.71 km |
| Deng | South | 2.66 km |
| Dhunkeda | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Junanimal | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Kharlikani | North | 3.19 km |
| Saintala | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Brahmani | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Sandasmundi | East | 4.02 km |
| Bibina | South | 4.04 km |
| Kangarlaga | South | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karlabahali
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karlabahali. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.7 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Karlabahali is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Karlabahali is about 35 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karlabahali
Where is Karlabahali located?
Karlabahali village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlabahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlabahali is Saintala.
What is the pincode of Karlabahali?
The pincode of Karlabahali is 767032.
What is the population of Karlabahali?
Karlabahali has a total population of 65, including 35 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Karlabahali?
There are 17 households in Karlabahali.
What is the literacy rate in Karlabahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlabahali is 56.92%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 53.33%.