Karmeli - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Karmeli is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kuchagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmeli is 424172. The village covers a total geographical area of 897 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Karmeli 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 Karmeli
According to the 2011 Census, Karmeli village had a total population of 3,170 people, including 1,574 males and 1,596 females, living in 757 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.75%, with male literacy at 69.59% and female literacy at 42.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 375, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,643.
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 | 3,170 | 1,574 | 1,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 183 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 178 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,643 | 827 | 816 |
| Literate Population | 1,560 | 968 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,610 | 606 | 1,004 |
Nearby Villages of Karmeli
Karmeli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paikbahal | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Bhainripali | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Baner | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Nagpheni | South | 3.46 km |
| Kuchagaon | West | 3.81 km |
| Luhabahal | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Banjibahal | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Balijor | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Bimala | North | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karmeli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karmeli. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Karmeli is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karmeli is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmeli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karmeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karmeli
Where is Karmeli located?
Karmeli village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karmeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmeli is Kuchagaon.
What is the pincode of Karmeli?
The pincode of Karmeli is 766018.
What is the population of Karmeli?
Karmeli had a total population of 3,170, including 1,574 males and 1,596 females.
How many households are there in Karmeli?
Karmeli had 757 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmeli was 55.75%. Male literacy was 69.59% and female literacy was 42.08%.