Karli - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Karli is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Rengsapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karli is 423925. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Karli 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 Karli
According to the 2011 Census, Karli village had a total population of 1,176 people, including 589 males and 587 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.59%, with male literacy at 68.96% and female literacy at 44.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 380, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 334.
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 | 1,176 | 589 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 198 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 334 | 159 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 351 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 238 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Karli
Karli 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 Karli
Karli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Junagarh to Karli is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karli is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karli
Where is Karli located?
Karli village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karli?
The Gram Panchayat of Karli is Rengsapali.
What is the pincode of Karli?
The pincode of Karli is 766029.
What is the population of Karli?
Karli had a total population of 1,176, including 589 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Karli?
Karli had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karli was 56.59%. Male literacy was 68.96% and female literacy was 44.18%.