Karadapankal - Mohana, Gajapati
Karadapankal is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from Adva and around 143 km from Paralakhemundi. Birikote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karadapankal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadapankal is 413550. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Karadapankal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karadapankal
According to the 2011 Census, Karadapankal village had a total population of 102 people, including 50 males and 52 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.26%, with male literacy at 45.45% and female literacy at 36.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 35 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Karadapankal
Karadapankal 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 Karadapankal
Public transport in the Karadapankal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Karadapankal is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Karadapankal is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadapankal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadapankal 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 Karadapankal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadapankal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karadapankal
Where is Karadapankal located?
Karadapankal village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadapankal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karadapankal is Birikote.
What is the pincode of Karadapankal?
The pincode of Karadapankal is 761217.
What is the population of Karadapankal?
Karadapankal had a total population of 102, including 50 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Karadapankal?
Karadapankal had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karadapankal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadapankal was 40.26%. Male literacy was 45.45% and female literacy was 36.36%.