Karanjagura - Nandapur, Koraput
Karanjagura is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Raising serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjagura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjagura is 429926. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Karanjagura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanjagura
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjagura village had a total population of 210 people, including 103 males and 107 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.18%, with male literacy at 18.18% and female literacy at 5.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 210 | 103 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 89 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjagura
Karanjagura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangrel | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Baraba | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Kataraba | North | 1.80 km |
| Petal | South | 1.92 km |
| Raising | East | 2.06 km |
| Panasaput | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Bheja | West | 2.69 km |
| Kinjaraba | South | 2.83 km |
| Handiput | West | 3.14 km |
| Taintar | South-West | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjagura
Public transport in the Karanjagura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bheja, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Karanjagura is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Karanjagura is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjagura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjagura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjagura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjagura 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanjagura
Where is Karanjagura located?
Karanjagura village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanjagura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjagura is Raising.
What is the pincode of Karanjagura?
The pincode of Karanjagura is 764037.
What is the population of Karanjagura?
Karanjagura had a total population of 210, including 103 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Karanjagura?
Karanjagura had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjagura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjagura was 11.18%. Male literacy was 18.18% and female literacy was 5.38%.