Karanjapada - Khaira, Balasore
Karanjapada is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Similia and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Dungura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjapada is 394038. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Karanjapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanjapada
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjapada village had a total population of 118 people, including 49 males and 69 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,408 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 79.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 118 | 49 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 26 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 23 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjapada
Karanjapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amarihagnipur (amiriaagnipur) | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Sanjaypur | South | 1.40 km |
| Baishnabpur | West | 1.47 km |
| Tarapur | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Badajaypur | South | 1.71 km |
| Muhanchuan | North | 1.73 km |
| Kaduapada | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Kunkipada | South | 2.11 km |
| Aliha | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Kalyani | West | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjapada
Karanjapada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bhadrak to Karanjapada is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Karanjapada is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjapada 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 Karanjapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjapada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanjapada
Where is Karanjapada located?
Karanjapada village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanjapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjapada is Dungura.
What is the pincode of Karanjapada?
The pincode of Karanjapada is 756134.
What is the population of Karanjapada?
Karanjapada had a total population of 118, including 49 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Karanjapada?
Karanjapada had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjapada was 75.00%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 79.31%.