Karada - Raikia, Kandhamal
Karada is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karada is 417606. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Karada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karada
As per Census 2011, Karada village has a total population of 915 people, consisting of 445 males and 470 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 222 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 915 | 445 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 163 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 109 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 282 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 163 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Karada
Karada 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 Karada
Karada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Karada is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Karada is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karada
Where is Karada located?
Karada village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karada?
Karada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karada?
The pincode of Karada is 762101.
What is the population of Karada?
Karada has a total population of 915, including 445 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Karada?
There are 238 households in Karada.
What is the literacy rate in Karada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karada is 50.49%. Male literacy is 63.37% and female literacy is 38.30%.