Karihanda
Karihanda is a village located in Kamarda tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kamarda (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Dahunda is the gram panchayat of Karihanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Karihanda unique in its vibrant Kamarda-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Karihanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karihanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karihanda is 391853. The village spans a total geographical area of 261 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756036. Jaleswar is nearest town to Karihanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Karihanda
Population of Karihanda
According to the 2011 Census, Karihanda has a total population of about 1,963, with approximately 1,000 males and 963 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 391 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 172. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.31%, with male literacy at about 80.50% and female literacy near 65.84%. There are around 423 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karihanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,963 | 1,000 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 124 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 200 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,439 | 805 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 195 | 329 |
Connectivity of Karihanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karihanda. As per the 2011 stats, Karihanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karihanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Karihanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karihanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karihanda
- Where is Karihanda located?
- Karihanda village is situated in Kamarda Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karihanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karihanda is Dahunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karihanda?
- The pincode of Karihanda is 756036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karihanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karihanda is 1,963, with 1,000 males and 963 females.
- How many households are there in Karihanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karihanda village has a total of 423 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karihanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karihanda is 73.31%. The male literacy rate is 80.50%, while the female literacy rate is 65.84%.