Karanjakua - Mohana, Gajapati
Karanjakua is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Badakhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjakua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjakua is 413744. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Karanjakua 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 Karanjakua
As per Census 2011, Karanjakua village has a total population of 132 people, consisting of 62 males and 70 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanjakua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 132 | 62 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 62 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 27 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjakua
Karanjakua 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 Karanjakua
Karanjakua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Karanjakua is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Karanjakua is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjakua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjakua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjakua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjakua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanjakua
Where is Karanjakua located?
Karanjakua village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanjakua?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjakua is Badakhani.
What is the pincode of Karanjakua?
The pincode of Karanjakua is 761015.
What is the population of Karanjakua?
Karanjakua has a total population of 132, including 62 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Karanjakua?
There are 28 households in Karanjakua.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjakua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjakua is 48.48%. Male literacy is 56.45% and female literacy is 41.43%.