Karasingi - Buguda, Ganjam
Karasingi is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Karasingi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karasingi is 410353. The village covers a total geographical area of 374 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karasingi 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 Karasingi
As per Census 2011, Karasingi village has a total population of 1,990 people, consisting of 964 males and 1,026 females. The village has 483 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,179 literate and 811 illiterate residents. Additionally, 607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karasingi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,990 | 964 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 140 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 288 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 1,179 | 607 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 811 | 357 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Karasingi
Karasingi 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 Karasingi
Karasingi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Karasingi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Karasingi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karasingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karasingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karasingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karasingi 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 Karasingi
Where is Karasingi located?
Karasingi village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karasingi?
Karasingi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karasingi?
The pincode of Karasingi is 761118.
What is the population of Karasingi?
Karasingi has a total population of 1,990, including 964 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Karasingi?
There are 483 households in Karasingi.
What is the literacy rate in Karasingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karasingi is 59.25%. Male literacy is 62.97% and female literacy is 55.75%.