Karnibera - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Karnibera is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Landagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnibera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnibera is 416479. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 155 km away.
Karnibera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karnibera
According to the 2011 Census, Karnibera village had a total population of 964 people, including 469 males and 495 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.30%, with male literacy at 55.93% and female literacy at 37.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 964 | 469 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 217 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 252 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Karnibera
Karnibera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Phatikimala | West | 1.49 km |
| Talipada | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Landagan | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Ghodabali | East | 1.66 km |
| Anagula | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Khairabadi | North | 2.29 km |
| Darusingula | East | 2.57 km |
| Gambhergura | West | 2.68 km |
| Mutabali | East | 3.16 km |
| Lartara | North-West | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karnibera
Public transport in the Karnibera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Karnibera is about 155 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Karnibera is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnibera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnibera 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karnibera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnibera 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 Karnibera
Where is Karnibera located?
Karnibera village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karnibera?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnibera is Landagaon.
What is the pincode of Karnibera?
The pincode of Karnibera is 762110.
What is the population of Karnibera?
Karnibera had a total population of 964, including 469 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Karnibera?
Karnibera had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnibera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnibera was 46.30%. Male literacy was 55.93% and female literacy was 37.16%.