Karla - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Karla is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Karla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karla is 380838. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Karla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karla
According to the 2011 Census, Karla village had a total population of 657 people, including 334 males and 323 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.23%, with male literacy at 93.20% and female literacy at 80.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 657 | 334 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 40 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 172 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 274 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 60 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Karla
Karla 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 Karla
Karla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Karla is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karla 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karla
Where is Karla located?
Karla village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karla?
Karla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karla?
The pincode of Karla is 768052.
What is the population of Karla?
Karla had a total population of 657, including 334 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Karla?
Karla had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karla was 87.23%. Male literacy was 93.20% and female literacy was 80.74%.