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
According to the 2011 Census, Karandagada village had a total population of 664 people, including 323 males and 341 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.64%, with male literacy at 92.36% and female literacy at 63.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 419.
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 | 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 had a total population of 664, including 323 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Karandagada?
Karandagada had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karandagada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karandagada was 77.64%. Male literacy was 92.36% and female literacy was 63.38%.