Karkamaska - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Karkamaska is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Biswanathpur and around 60 km from Bhawanipatna. Bandhapari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkamaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkamaska is 423239. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Karkamaska 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 Karkamaska
According to the 2011 Census, Karkamaska village had a total population of 203 people, including 89 males and 114 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,281 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.44%, with male literacy at 8.96% and female literacy at 2.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.
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 | 203 | 89 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 22 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 89 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 83 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Karkamaska
Karkamaska is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karkamaska
Karkamaska is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Karkamaska is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karkamaska is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkamaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkamaska 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karkamaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkamaska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karkamaska
Where is Karkamaska located?
Karkamaska village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karkamaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkamaska is Bandhapari.
What is the pincode of Karkamaska?
The pincode of Karkamaska is 766020.
What is the population of Karkamaska?
Karkamaska had a total population of 203, including 89 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Karkamaska?
Karkamaska had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkamaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkamaska was 5.44%. Male literacy was 8.96% and female literacy was 2.50%.