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
As per Census 2011, Karachuli village has a total population of 2,418 people, consisting of 1,122 males and 1,296 females. The village has 580 households and a sex ratio of 1,155 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,625 literate and 793 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karachuli are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,418, including 1,122 males and 1,296 females.
How many households are there in Karachuli?
There are 580 households in Karachuli.
What is the literacy rate in Karachuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karachuli is 67.20%. Male literacy is 75.13% and female literacy is 60.34%.