Karadia - Nilagiri, Balasore
Karadia is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Nilagiri and around 20 km from Baleshwar. Dhobasila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadia is 393140. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 756040 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Karadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karadia
According to the 2011 Census, Karadia village had a total population of 179 people, including 91 males and 88 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.06%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 75.68%.
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 | 179 | 91 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 75 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 16 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Karadia
Karadia 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 Karadia
Karadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karadia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Karadia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Karadia is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadia 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 Karadia
Where is Karadia located?
Karadia village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karadia is Dhobasila.
What is the pincode of Karadia?
The pincode of Karadia is 756040.
What is the population of Karadia?
Karadia had a total population of 179, including 91 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Karadia?
Karadia had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadia was 85.06%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 75.68%.