Karuna - Binjharpur, Jajpur
Karuna is a village situated in the Binjharpur tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Binjharpur and around 12 km from Jajapur . Guhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karuna is 401912. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 755027 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Karuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Binjharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karuna
According to the 2011 Census, Karuna village had a total population of 489 people, including 227 males and 262 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.46%, with male literacy at 79.90% and female literacy at 66.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 211.
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 | 489 | 227 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 86 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 163 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 64 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Karuna
Karuna 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 Karuna
Karuna 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Karuna is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karuna 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karuna
Where is Karuna located?
Karuna village is located in Binjharpur Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Karuna is Guhali.
What is the pincode of Karuna?
The pincode of Karuna is 755027.
What is the population of Karuna?
Karuna had a total population of 489, including 227 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Karuna?
Karuna had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karuna was 72.46%. Male literacy was 79.90% and female literacy was 66.11%.