Karniber - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Karniber is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Tala-ambpadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karniber village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karniber is 424361. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Karniber 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 Karniber
According to the 2011 Census, Karniber village had a total population of 87 people, including 43 males and 44 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.76%, with male literacy at 54.55% and female literacy at 2.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 18 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 25 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Karniber
Karniber 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 Karniber
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karniber.
| 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 Karniber is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karniber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karniber 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 Karniber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karniber 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 Karniber
Where is Karniber located?
Karniber village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karniber?
The Gram Panchayat of Karniber is Tala-ambpadar.
What is the pincode of Karniber?
The pincode of Karniber is 766037.
What is the population of Karniber?
Karniber had a total population of 87, including 43 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Karniber?
Karniber had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karniber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karniber was 26.76%. Male literacy was 54.55% and female literacy was 2.63%.