Karnamunda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Karnamunda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bijepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnamunda is 423086. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Karnamunda 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 Karnamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Karnamunda village had a total population of 114 people, including 60 males and 54 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 67.27% and female literacy at 44.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 37 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 23 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Karnamunda
Karnamunda 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 Karnamunda
Karnamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Karnamunda is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karnamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karnamunda
Where is Karnamunda located?
Karnamunda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karnamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnamunda is Bijepur.
What is the pincode of Karnamunda?
The pincode of Karnamunda is 766027.
What is the population of Karnamunda?
Karnamunda had a total population of 114, including 60 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Karnamunda?
Karnamunda had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnamunda was 57.14%. Male literacy was 67.27% and female literacy was 44.19%.