Karanjiguda - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Karanjiguda is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Paikkandmundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjiguda is 424204. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Karanjiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanjiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjiguda village had a total population of 834 people, including 409 males and 425 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.80%, with male literacy at 70.82% and female literacy at 38.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 834 | 409 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 80 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 89 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 233 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 176 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjiguda
Karanjiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandaguda | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Mundraguda | South | 1.63 km |
| Patiguda | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Paikkendumundi | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Kapurmal | West | 2.13 km |
| Khairmal | North | 2.35 km |
| Kuhuriguma | South | 2.71 km |
| Mahipani | East | 2.91 km |
| Ranibahal | South | 3.10 km |
| Jayapatna | North-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjiguda
Public transport in the Karanjiguda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karanjiguda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karanjiguda is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjiguda 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 Karanjiguda
Where is Karanjiguda located?
Karanjiguda village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanjiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjiguda is Paikkandmundi.
What is the pincode of Karanjiguda?
The pincode of Karanjiguda is 766018.
What is the population of Karanjiguda?
Karanjiguda had a total population of 834, including 409 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Karanjiguda?
Karanjiguda had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjiguda was 53.80%. Male literacy was 70.82% and female literacy was 38.03%.