Karanjapadi - Hatadihi, Keonjhar
Karanjapadi is a village situated in the Hatadihi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Nandipada and around 115 km from Kendujhar. Orali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjapadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjapadi is 387220. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 758026 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karanjapadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanjapadi
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjapadi village had a total population of 171 people, including 80 males and 91 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.84%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 82.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 171 | 80 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 64 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 16 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjapadi
Karanjapadi 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 Karanjapadi
Karanjapadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Karanjapadi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Karanjapadi is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjapadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjapadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjapadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjapadi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanjapadi
Where is Karanjapadi located?
Karanjapadi village is located in Hatadihi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanjapadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjapadi is Orali.
What is the pincode of Karanjapadi?
The pincode of Karanjapadi is 758026.
What is the population of Karanjapadi?
Karanjapadi had a total population of 171, including 80 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Karanjapadi?
Karanjapadi had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjapadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjapadi was 86.84%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 82.93%.