Karapanga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Karapanga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Gochhapada and around 55 km from Phulbani. Luisingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karapanga is 415133. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Karapanga 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 Karapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Karapanga village had a total population of 37 people, including 16 males and 21 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,313 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.69%, with male literacy at 35.71% and female literacy at 6.67%.
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 | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Karapanga
Karapanga 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 Karapanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karapanga.
| 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 Phulabani to Karapanga is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Karapanga is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karapanga 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 Karapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karapanga 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 Karapanga
Where is Karapanga located?
Karapanga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Karapanga is Luisingi.
What is the pincode of Karapanga?
The pincode of Karapanga is 762002.
What is the population of Karapanga?
Karapanga had a total population of 37, including 16 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Karapanga?
Karapanga had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karapanga was 20.69%. Male literacy was 35.71% and female literacy was 6.67%.