Karmath - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Karmath is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Rengsapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmath is 423926. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Karmath 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 Karmath
As per Census 2011, Karmath village has a total population of 949 people, consisting of 471 males and 478 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 324 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karmath are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 | 471 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 78 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 160 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 287 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 184 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Karmath
Karmath 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 Karmath
Karmath 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Karmath is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karmath is about 40 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 Karmath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmath 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 Karmath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmath 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karmath
Where is Karmath located?
Karmath village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmath?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmath is Rengsapali.
What is the pincode of Karmath?
The pincode of Karmath is 766029.
What is the population of Karmath?
Karmath has a total population of 949, including 471 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Karmath?
There are 231 households in Karmath.
What is the literacy rate in Karmath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmath is 54.37%. Male literacy is 60.93% and female literacy is 47.91%.