Karlakot
Karlakot is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Malgaon is the gram panchayat of Karlakot village.
Here you can discover what makes Karlakot unique in its vibrant Sadar-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Karlakot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karlakot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karlakot is 423395. The village spans a total geographical area of 202 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766001. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Karlakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karlakot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karlakot
Population of Karlakot
According to the 2011 Census, Karlakot has a total population of about 801, with approximately 378 males and 423 females. The sex ratio is around 1119 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 110 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 97 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 419. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.95%, with male literacy at about 51.85% and female literacy near 33.10%. There are around 185 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karlakot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 801 | 378 | 423 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 43 | 54 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 197 | 222 |
Literate Population | 336 | 196 | 140 |
Illiterate Population | 465 | 182 | 283 |
Connectivity of Karlakot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karlakot. As per the 2011 stats, Karlakot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karlakot
Knowing the nearby villages of Karlakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karlakot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karlakot
- Where is Karlakot located?
- Karlakot village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karlakot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karlakot is Malgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karlakot?
- The pincode of Karlakot is 766001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karlakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karlakot is 801, with 378 males and 423 females.
- How many households are there in Karlakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karlakot village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karlakot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karlakot is 41.95%. The male literacy rate is 51.85%, while the female literacy rate is 33.10%.