Karadakumpa - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Karadakumpa is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pirikudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karadakumpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadakumpa is 415627. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karadakumpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karadakumpa
According to the 2011 Census, Karadakumpa village had a total population of 266 people, including 138 males and 128 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.93%, with male literacy at 83.47% and female literacy at 51.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 266 | 138 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 83 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 55 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 101 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 37 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Karadakumpa
Karadakumpa 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 Karadakumpa
Public transport in the Karadakumpa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Phulabani to Karadakumpa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Karadakumpa is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadakumpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadakumpa 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 Karadakumpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadakumpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karadakumpa
Where is Karadakumpa located?
Karadakumpa village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadakumpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Karadakumpa is Pirikudi.
What is the pincode of Karadakumpa?
The pincode of Karadakumpa is 762012.
What is the population of Karadakumpa?
Karadakumpa had a total population of 266, including 138 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Karadakumpa?
Karadakumpa had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karadakumpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadakumpa was 67.93%. Male literacy was 83.47% and female literacy was 51.72%.