Karabar - Dompada, Cuttack
Karabar is a village situated in the Dompada tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Banki and around 41 km from Cuttack. Similipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karabar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karabar is 398910. The village covers a total geographical area of 357 hectares and falls under the 754008 pincode. Banki is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karabar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karabar
According to the 2011 Census, Karabar village had a total population of 1,515 people, including 768 males and 747 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.15%, with male literacy at 94.83% and female literacy at 79.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,001.
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 | 1,515 | 768 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 91 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,001 | 494 | 507 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 642 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 126 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Karabar
Karabar 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 Karabar
Karabar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banki to Karabar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Karabar is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karabar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karabar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karabar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karabar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karabar
Where is Karabar located?
Karabar village is located in Dompada Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karabar?
The Gram Panchayat of Karabar is Similipur.
What is the pincode of Karabar?
The pincode of Karabar is 754008.
What is the population of Karabar?
Karabar had a total population of 1,515, including 768 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Karabar?
Karabar had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karabar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karabar was 87.15%. Male literacy was 94.83% and female literacy was 79.20%.