Karchala - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Karchala is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Habaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karchala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karchala is 423803. The village covers a total geographical area of 429 hectares and falls under the 766023 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karchala 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 Karchala
As per Census 2011, Karchala village has a total population of 1,643 people, consisting of 825 males and 818 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 739 literate and 904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 320 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karchala are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Karchala
Karchala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Habaspur (i) | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Goudchhendia | South | 1.49 km |
| Belguda | West | 2.21 km |
| Antarla | North | 2.49 km |
| Kachhimdola | North | 2.86 km |
| Chilakpur | East | 3.06 km |
| Khurselguda | West | 3.31 km |
| Chilguda | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Kandulbandh (i) | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Chikili ( I ) | South | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karchala
Karchala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 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 Karchala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karchala is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karchala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karchala 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 Karchala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karchala 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karchala
Where is Karchala located?
Karchala village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karchala?
The Gram Panchayat of Karchala is Habaspur.
What is the pincode of Karchala?
The pincode of Karchala is 766023.
What is the population of Karchala?
Karchala has a total population of 1,643, including 825 males and 818 females.
How many households are there in Karchala?
There are 407 households in Karchala.
What is the literacy rate in Karchala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karchala is 44.98%. Male literacy is 57.33% and female literacy is 32.52%.