Karhimunda - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Karhimunda is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Sardhapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karhimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karhimunda is 380075. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Karhimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karhimunda
As per Census 2011, Karhimunda village has a total population of 701 people, consisting of 348 males and 353 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 424 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 115 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karhimunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 348 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 54 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 245 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 103 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Karhimunda
Karhimunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darlipali | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Bhutibahal | North | 1.71 km |
| Umarad | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Nuapali | South | 1.85 km |
| Guhirapadar | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Bharasuja | East | 2.14 km |
| Sargipali | North | 2.51 km |
| Sardhapali | West | 2.56 km |
| Amalipali | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Bindhapali | North-East | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karhimunda
Public transport in the Karhimunda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| 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 Padmapur to Karhimunda is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Karhimunda is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karhimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karhimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karhimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karhimunda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karhimunda
Where is Karhimunda located?
Karhimunda village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karhimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karhimunda is Sardhapali.
What is the pincode of Karhimunda?
The pincode of Karhimunda is 768037.
What is the population of Karhimunda?
Karhimunda has a total population of 701, including 348 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Karhimunda?
There are 207 households in Karhimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Karhimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karhimunda is 60.49%. Male literacy is 70.40% and female literacy is 50.71%.