Karlaghati - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Karlaghati is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from Belaghar and around 162 km from Phulbani. Bhandarangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlaghati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlaghati is 417020. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Karlaghati 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 Karlaghati
According to the 2011 Census, Karlaghati village had a total population of 93 people, including 46 males and 47 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.42%, with male literacy at 27.03% and female literacy at 10.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 36 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Karlaghati
Karlaghati 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 Karlaghati
Public transport in the Karlaghati is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Karlaghati is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Karlaghati is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlaghati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlaghati 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 Karlaghati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlaghati 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 Karlaghati
Where is Karlaghati located?
Karlaghati village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlaghati?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlaghati is Bhandarangi.
What is the pincode of Karlaghati?
The pincode of Karlaghati is 762107.
What is the population of Karlaghati?
Karlaghati had a total population of 93, including 46 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Karlaghati?
Karlaghati had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karlaghati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlaghati was 18.42%. Male literacy was 27.03% and female literacy was 10.26%.