Karlakhaman - Tusura, Balangir
Karlakhaman is a village situated in the Tusura tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 53 km from Tushura and around 53 km from Balangir. Biramunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlakhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlakhaman is 420455. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 767030 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Karlakhaman 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 Karlakhaman
According to the 2011 Census, Karlakhaman village had a total population of 319 people, including 159 males and 160 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.28%, with male literacy at 76.34% and female literacy at 60.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 319 | 159 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 116 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 100 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 59 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Karlakhaman
Karlakhaman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lukapara | West | 1.60 km |
| Biramunda | East | 1.61 km |
| Jugimara | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Sandhisara | North | 1.65 km |
| Kumbharpadar | South | 1.66 km |
| Rajkel | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Bhuanpada | West | 2.35 km |
| Badatarakmunda | East | 2.47 km |
| Rahenmal | East | 2.76 km |
| Demuhan | North-East | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karlakhaman
Karlakhaman is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Karlakhaman is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Karlakhaman is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlakhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlakhaman 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 Karlakhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlakhaman 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karlakhaman
Where is Karlakhaman located?
Karlakhaman village is located in Tusura Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlakhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlakhaman is Biramunda.
What is the pincode of Karlakhaman?
The pincode of Karlakhaman is 767030.
What is the population of Karlakhaman?
Karlakhaman had a total population of 319, including 159 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Karlakhaman?
Karlakhaman had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karlakhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlakhaman was 68.28%. Male literacy was 76.34% and female literacy was 60.58%.