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.
Here you can discover what makes Karchala unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Karchala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Karchala has a total population of about 1,643, with approximately 825 males and 818 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 231 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 313 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 320. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.98%, with male literacy at about 57.33% and female literacy near 32.52%. There are around 407 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karchala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.