Karandagada - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Karandagada is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Taladandikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karandagada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karandagada is 416461. The village covers a total geographical area of 348 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Karandagada 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 Karandagada
As per Census 2011, Karandagada village has a total population of 664 people, consisting of 323 males and 341 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 434 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 419 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karandagada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 323 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 199 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 254 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 69 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Karandagada
Karandagada 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 Karandagada
Karandagada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karandagada is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Karandagada is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karandagada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karandagada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karandagada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karandagada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karandagada
Where is Karandagada located?
Karandagada village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karandagada?
The Gram Panchayat of Karandagada is Taladandikia.
What is the pincode of Karandagada?
The pincode of Karandagada is 762011.
What is the population of Karandagada?
Karandagada has a total population of 664, including 323 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Karandagada?
There are 148 households in Karandagada.
What is the literacy rate in Karandagada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karandagada is 65.36%. Male literacy is 78.64% and female literacy is 52.79%.