Karekamba - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Karekamba is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dimiriguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karekamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karekamba is 416334. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Karekamba 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 Karekamba
According to the 2011 Census, Karekamba village had a total population of 383 people, including 191 males and 192 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.54%, with male literacy at 63.98% and female literacy at 35.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 383 | 191 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 121 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 103 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 88 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Karekamba
Karekamba 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 Karekamba
Karekamba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Karekamba is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Karekamba is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karekamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karekamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karekamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karekamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karekamba
Where is Karekamba located?
Karekamba village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karekamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Karekamba is Dimiriguda.
What is the pincode of Karekamba?
The pincode of Karekamba is 762011.
What is the population of Karekamba?
Karekamba had a total population of 383, including 191 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Karekamba?
Karekamba had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karekamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karekamba was 49.54%. Male literacy was 63.98% and female literacy was 35.37%.