Karua
Karua is a village located in Singla tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Singla (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Paunskuli is the gram panchayat of Karua village.
Here you can discover what makes Karua unique in its vibrant Singla-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Karua’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 Karua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karua is 392176. The village spans a total geographical area of 106 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756023. Jaleswar is nearest town to Karua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Karua
Population of Karua
According to the 2011 Census, Karua has a total population of about 1,541, with approximately 792 males and 749 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 162 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 189 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 121. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.43%, with male literacy at about 81.06% and female literacy near 67.42%. There are around 338 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,541 | 792 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 100 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,147 | 642 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 150 | 244 |
Connectivity of Karua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karua. As per the 2011 stats, Karua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karua
Knowing the nearby villages of Karua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karua
- Where is Karua located?
- Karua village is situated in Singla Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karua is Paunskuli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karua?
- The pincode of Karua is 756023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karua is 1,541, with 792 males and 749 females.
- How many households are there in Karua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karua village has a total of 338 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karua is 74.43%. The male literacy rate is 81.06%, while the female literacy rate is 67.42%.