Karagola
Karagola is a village located in Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kankadahad (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Karagola village is also a gram panchayat.
Karagola has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karagola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karagola is 402466. The village spans a total geographical area of 473 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759028. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Karagola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karagola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karagola
Population of Karagola
Below is a concise population overview of Karagola as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,400 | 704 | 696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 988 | 484 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 996 | 551 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 153 | 251 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karagola village:
- The total population of Karagola village is around 1,400, including approximately 704 males and 696 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Karagola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karagola village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 988 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karagola village is about 71.14%, with male literacy at 78.27% and female literacy at 63.94%.
- There are around 287 households in Karagola village.
Connectivity of Karagola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karagola. As per the 2011 stats, Karagola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karagola
Knowing the nearby villages of Karagola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karagola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karagola
- Where is Karagola located?
- Karagola village is situated in Kankadahad Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karagola?
- Karagola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karagola?
- The pincode of Karagola is 759028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karagola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karagola is 1,400, with 704 males and 696 females.
- How many households are there in Karagola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karagola village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karagola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karagola is 71.14%. The male literacy rate is 78.27%, while the female literacy rate is 63.94%.