Karangapal - Telkoi, Keonjhar
Karangapal is a village situated in the Telkoi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Telkoi and around 152 km from Kendujhar. Purujada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karangapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karangapal is 386438. The village covers a total geographical area of 358 hectares and falls under the 758076 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Karangapal 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 Karangapal
According to the 2011 Census, Karangapal village had a total population of 460 people, including 210 males and 250 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.79%, with male literacy at 37.58% and female literacy at 13.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 460 | 210 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 45 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 199 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 62 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 148 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Karangapal
Karangapal 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 Karangapal
Karangapal 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 Kendujhar to Karangapal is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Karangapal is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karangapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karangapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karangapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karangapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karangapal
Where is Karangapal located?
Karangapal village is located in Telkoi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karangapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karangapal is Purujada.
What is the pincode of Karangapal?
The pincode of Karangapal is 758076.
What is the population of Karangapal?
Karangapal had a total population of 460, including 210 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Karangapal?
Karangapal had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karangapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karangapal was 24.79%. Male literacy was 37.58% and female literacy was 13.44%.