Karkudi - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Karkudi is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Belaghar and around 134 km from Phulbani. Lankagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkudi is 417009. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Karkudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkudi
According to the 2011 Census, Karkudi village had a total population of 90 people, including 40 males and 50 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.71%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 19.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 20 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 20 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Karkudi
Karkudi 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 Karkudi
Public transport in the Karkudi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Karkudi is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Karkudi is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkudi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karkudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkudi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karkudi
Where is Karkudi located?
Karkudi village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkudi is Lankagarh.
What is the pincode of Karkudi?
The pincode of Karkudi is 762107.
What is the population of Karkudi?
Karkudi had a total population of 90, including 40 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Karkudi?
Karkudi had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkudi was 39.71%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 19.44%.