Kartikadhi - Ganjam
Kartikadhi is a village situated in the Ganjam tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Rambha and around 29 km from Chatrapur. Santoshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kartikadhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kartikadhi is 412007. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 761027 pincode. Ganjam is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kartikadhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhatrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kartikadhi
As per Census 2011, Kartikadhi village has a total population of 1,292 people, consisting of 637 males and 655 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 780 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kartikadhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,292 | 637 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 71 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 473 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 164 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Kartikadhi
Kartikadhi 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 Kartikadhi
Kartikadhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ganjam to Kartikadhi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kartikadhi is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kartikadhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kartikadhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kartikadhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kartikadhi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kartikadhi
Where is Kartikadhi located?
Kartikadhi village is located in Ganjam Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kartikadhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kartikadhi is Santoshpur.
What is the pincode of Kartikadhi?
The pincode of Kartikadhi is 761027.
What is the population of Kartikadhi?
Kartikadhi has a total population of 1,292, including 637 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Kartikadhi?
There are 266 households in Kartikadhi.
What is the literacy rate in Kartikadhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kartikadhi is 60.37%. Male literacy is 74.25% and female literacy is 46.87%.