Karlijodi - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Karlijodi is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlijodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlijodi is 422959. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Karlijodi 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 Karlijodi
According to the 2011 Census, Karlijodi village had a total population of 182 people, including 84 males and 98 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.69%, with male literacy at 20.59% and female literacy at 15.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 182 | 84 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 84 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 70 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Karlijodi
Karlijodi 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 Karlijodi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karlijodi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karlijodi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlijodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlijodi 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 Karlijodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlijodi 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 Karlijodi
Where is Karlijodi located?
Karlijodi village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karlijodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlijodi is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Karlijodi?
The pincode of Karlijodi is 766020.
What is the population of Karlijodi?
Karlijodi had a total population of 182, including 84 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Karlijodi?
Karlijodi had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karlijodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlijodi was 17.69%. Male literacy was 20.59% and female literacy was 15.19%.