Karachuli - Buguda, Ganjam
Karachuli is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Karachuli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karachuli is 410364. The village covers a total geographical area of 668 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karachuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karachuli
According to the 2011 Census, Karachuli village had a total population of 2,418 people, including 1,122 males and 1,296 females, living in 580 households. The sex ratio was 1,155 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.18%, with male literacy at 84.81% and female literacy at 68.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 378.
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 | 2,418 | 1,122 | 1,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 128 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 181 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,625 | 843 | 782 |
| Illiterate Population | 793 | 279 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Karachuli
Karachuli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jeak | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Nimapalli | West | 1.79 km |
| Gahanapalli | East | 2.37 km |
| Saradhapur | South | 2.58 km |
| Udayapur | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Matajhari | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Kanheipur | South | 3.52 km |
| Bhabasara | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Dengabadi | South | 3.75 km |
| Samalai | North-West | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karachuli
Karachuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.8 km.
| 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 Buguda to Karachuli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Karachuli is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karachuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karachuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karachuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karachuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karachuli
Where is Karachuli located?
Karachuli village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karachuli?
Karachuli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karachuli?
The pincode of Karachuli is 761118.
What is the population of Karachuli?
Karachuli had a total population of 2,418, including 1,122 males and 1,296 females.
How many households are there in Karachuli?
Karachuli had 580 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karachuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karachuli was 76.18%. Male literacy was 84.81% and female literacy was 68.66%.