Karanaguda - Kundura, Koraput
Karanaguda is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Phupugan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanaguda is 429150. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Karanaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Karanaguda village had a total population of 163 people, including 92 males and 71 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 772 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.48%, with male literacy at 56.76% and female literacy at 37.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 42 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 50 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Karanaguda
Karanaguda 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 Karanaguda
Public transport in the Karanaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sunabeda to Karanaguda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Karanaguda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanaguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanaguda
Where is Karanaguda located?
Karanaguda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanaguda is Phupugan.
What is the pincode of Karanaguda?
The pincode of Karanaguda is 764002.
What is the population of Karanaguda?
Karanaguda had a total population of 163, including 92 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Karanaguda?
Karanaguda had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanaguda was 48.48%. Male literacy was 56.76% and female literacy was 37.93%.