Karunapali - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Karunapali is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kelapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karunapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karunapali is 416439. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karunapali 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 Karunapali
According to the 2011 Census, Karunapali village had a total population of 491 people, including 184 males and 307 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,668 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.25%, with male literacy at 84.83% and female literacy at 63.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 452.
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 | 491 | 184 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 39 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 4 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 171 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 123 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 61 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Karunapali
Karunapali 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 Karunapali
Public transport in the Karunapali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Karunapali is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Karunapali is about 34 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 Karunapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karunapali 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 Karunapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karunapali 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 Karunapali
Where is Karunapali located?
Karunapali village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karunapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Karunapali is Kelapada.
What is the pincode of Karunapali?
The pincode of Karunapali is 762011.
What is the population of Karunapali?
Karunapali had a total population of 491, including 184 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Karunapali?
Karunapali had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karunapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karunapali was 71.25%. Male literacy was 84.83% and female literacy was 63.53%.