Karadua - Mohana, Gajapati
Karadua is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Adva and around 160 km from Paralakhemundi. Kattama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karadua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadua is 413470. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Karadua 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 Karadua
According to the 2011 Census, Karadua village had a total population of 58 people, including 27 males and 31 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,148 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.50%, with male literacy at 42.11% and female literacy at 4.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Karadua
Karadua 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 Karadua
Public transport in the Karadua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Karadua is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Karadua is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadua 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karadua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadua 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 Karadua
Where is Karadua located?
Karadua village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadua?
The Gram Panchayat of Karadua is Kattama.
What is the pincode of Karadua?
The pincode of Karadua is 761217.
What is the population of Karadua?
Karadua had a total population of 58, including 27 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Karadua?
Karadua had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karadua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadua was 22.50%. Male literacy was 42.11% and female literacy was 4.76%.