Karlaguda - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Karlaguda is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Temra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlaguda is 424044. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Karlaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karlaguda
As per Census 2011, Karlaguda village has a total population of 435 people, consisting of 217 males and 218 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karlaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 217 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 81 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 56 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 157 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 60 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Karlaguda
Karlaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bobaria | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Temara | North | 2.17 km |
| Bangomunda | East | 2.67 km |
| Kaudola | South | 3.96 km |
| Ghanti Guda | West | 4.38 km |
| Badakenduguda | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Dudukathenga | West | 4.77 km |
| Kokasara | East | 5.11 km |
| Gambhariguda | South-East | 5.17 km |
| Podaguda | North-West | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karlaguda
Public transport in the Karlaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Karlaguda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karlaguda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlaguda 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karlaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlaguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karlaguda
Where is Karlaguda located?
Karlaguda village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlaguda is Temra.
What is the pincode of Karlaguda?
The pincode of Karlaguda is 766019.
What is the population of Karlaguda?
Karlaguda has a total population of 435, including 217 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Karlaguda?
There are 119 households in Karlaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Karlaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlaguda is 58.16%. Male literacy is 72.35% and female literacy is 44.04%.