Karamakul - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Karamakul is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Marsaghai and around 20 km from Kendrapara . Badakul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karamakul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karamakul is 396917. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 754213 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Karamakul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karamakul
According to the 2011 Census, Karamakul village had a total population of 887 people, including 452 males and 435 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.23%, with male literacy at 91.81% and female literacy at 74.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291.
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 | 887 | 452 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 147 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 381 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 71 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Karamakul
Karamakul 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 Karamakul
Karamakul 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 | 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 Kendrapara to Karamakul is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Karamakul is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karamakul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karamakul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karamakul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karamakul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karamakul
Where is Karamakul located?
Karamakul village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karamakul?
The Gram Panchayat of Karamakul is Badakul.
What is the pincode of Karamakul?
The pincode of Karamakul is 754213.
What is the population of Karamakul?
Karamakul had a total population of 887, including 452 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Karamakul?
Karamakul had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karamakul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karamakul was 83.23%. Male literacy was 91.81% and female literacy was 74.38%.