Karchala
Karchala is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Habaspur is the gram panchayat of Karchala village.
Karchala has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karchala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karchala is 423803. The village spans a total geographical area of 429 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766023. Junagarh is nearest town to Karchala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Karchala
Population of Karchala
Below is a concise population overview of Karchala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | 825 | 818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 119 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 154 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 320 | 153 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 739 | 473 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 352 | 552 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karchala village:
- The total population of Karchala village is around 1,643, including approximately 825 males and 818 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 231 children aged 0–6 years in Karchala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karchala village has 313 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 320 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karchala village is about 44.98%, with male literacy at 57.33% and female literacy at 32.52%.
- There are around 407 households in Karchala village.
Connectivity of Karchala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karchala. As per the 2011 stats, Karchala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karchala
Knowing the nearby villages of Karchala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karchala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karchala
- Where is Karchala located?
- Karchala village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karchala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karchala is Habaspur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karchala?
- The pincode of Karchala is 766023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karchala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karchala is 1,643, with 825 males and 818 females.
- How many households are there in Karchala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karchala village has a total of 407 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karchala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karchala is 44.98%. The male literacy rate is 57.33%, while the female literacy rate is 32.52%.