Karkaitiki - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Karkaitiki is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Borigi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkaitiki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkaitiki is 428591. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Karkaitiki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkaitiki
As per Census 2011, Karkaitiki village has a total population of 215 people, consisting of 111 males and 104 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkaitiki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 111 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 50 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 61 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Karkaitiki
Karkaitiki 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 Karkaitiki
Karkaitiki 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Karkaitiki is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Karkaitiki is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkaitiki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkaitiki 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 Karkaitiki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkaitiki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karkaitiki
Where is Karkaitiki located?
Karkaitiki village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkaitiki?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkaitiki is Borigi.
What is the pincode of Karkaitiki?
The pincode of Karkaitiki is 764014.
What is the population of Karkaitiki?
Karkaitiki has a total population of 215, including 111 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Karkaitiki?
There are 52 households in Karkaitiki.
What is the literacy rate in Karkaitiki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkaitiki is 36.28%. Male literacy is 45.05% and female literacy is 26.92%.