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
According to the 2011 Census, Karkaitiki village had a total population of 215 people, including 111 males and 104 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.49%, with male literacy at 50.51% and female literacy at 31.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 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 had a total population of 215, including 111 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Karkaitiki?
Karkaitiki had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkaitiki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkaitiki was 41.49%. Male literacy was 50.51% and female literacy was 31.46%.