Karangadihi - Banspal, Keonjhar
Karangadihi is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Kanjipani and around 25 km from Kendujhar. Karangadihi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karangadihi is 386293. The village covers a total geographical area of 657 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Karangadihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karangadihi
According to the 2011 Census, Karangadihi village had a total population of 750 people, including 336 males and 414 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,232 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.67%, with male literacy at 54.31% and female literacy at 36.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 641.
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 | 750 | 336 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 69 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 641 | 285 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 145 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 191 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Karangadihi
Karangadihi 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 Karangadihi
Karangadihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kendujhar to Karangadihi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Karangadihi is about 25 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 Karangadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karangadihi 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 Karangadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karangadihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karangadihi
Where is Karangadihi located?
Karangadihi village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karangadihi?
Karangadihi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karangadihi?
The pincode of Karangadihi is 758085.
What is the population of Karangadihi?
Karangadihi had a total population of 750, including 336 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Karangadihi?
Karangadihi had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karangadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karangadihi was 44.67%. Male literacy was 54.31% and female literacy was 36.94%.