Karuna - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Karuna is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Arapaju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karuna is 415598. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karuna 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 Karuna
According to the 2011 Census, Karuna village had a total population of 121 people, including 69 males and 52 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 754 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.17%, with male literacy at 98.18% and female literacy at 65.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 54 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 15 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Karuna
Karuna 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 Karuna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karuna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Karuna is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Karuna is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karuna 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 Karuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karuna 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 Karuna
Where is Karuna located?
Karuna village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Karuna is Arapaju.
What is the pincode of Karuna?
The pincode of Karuna is 762012.
What is the population of Karuna?
Karuna had a total population of 121, including 69 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Karuna?
Karuna had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karuna was 83.17%. Male literacy was 98.18% and female literacy was 65.22%.