Karlagaon (Kalagaon) - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Karlagaon (Kalagaon) is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Kegaon and around 43 km from Bhawanipatna. Badachergaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlagaon (Kalagaon) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlagaon (Kalagaon) is 423682. The village covers a total geographical area of 447 hectares and falls under the 766011 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karlagaon (Kalagaon) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karlagaon (Kalagaon)
As per Census 2011, Karlagaon (Kalagaon) village has a total population of 1,307 people, consisting of 639 males and 668 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 691 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 329 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karlagaon (Kalagaon) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,307 | 639 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 157 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 160 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 427 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 212 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Karlagaon (Kalagaon)
Karlagaon (Kalagaon) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Meramahul | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Badchergaon | North | 1.93 km |
| Phatamunda | South | 2.12 km |
| Garagaba | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Latabanji | West | 3.19 km |
| Bileikuni | South | 3.58 km |
| Gundri | South | 4.17 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Chahaka | North | 4.74 km |
| Kholandi | South-East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karlagaon (Kalagaon)
Karlagaon (Kalagaon) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhawanipatna, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.1 km.
| 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 Junagarh to Karlagaon (Kalagaon) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karlagaon (Kalagaon) is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlagaon (Kalagaon)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlagaon (Kalagaon) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karlagaon (Kalagaon)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlagaon (Kalagaon) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karlagaon (Kalagaon)
Where is Karlagaon (Kalagaon) located?
Karlagaon (Kalagaon) village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlagaon (Kalagaon)?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlagaon (Kalagaon) is Badachergaon.
What is the pincode of Karlagaon (Kalagaon)?
The pincode of Karlagaon (Kalagaon) is 766011.
What is the population of Karlagaon (Kalagaon)?
Karlagaon (Kalagaon) has a total population of 1,307, including 639 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Karlagaon (Kalagaon)?
There are 358 households in Karlagaon (Kalagaon).
What is the literacy rate in Karlagaon (Kalagaon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlagaon (Kalagaon) is 52.87%. Male literacy is 66.82% and female literacy is 39.52%.