Karanjaguda - Pottangi, Koraput
Karanjaguda is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Deopattangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjaguda is 430051. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Karanjaguda 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 Karanjaguda
As per Census 2011, Karanjaguda village has a total population of 196 people, consisting of 105 males and 91 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 166 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanjaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 89 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 102 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjaguda
Karanjaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindhei(sendehi) | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Deopottangi | West | 1.50 km |
| Giriliguda | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Sargiguda | North | 3.38 km |
| Neelampadu | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Setrai | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Pukali | South | 4.20 km |
| Sepaiput | North | 4.24 km |
| Baraja | South | 4.37 km |
| Sankar | South-West | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Karanjaguda. The nearest railway station is Arakku, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Karanjaguda is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Karanjaguda is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjaguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanjaguda
Where is Karanjaguda located?
Karanjaguda village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanjaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjaguda is Deopattangi.
What is the pincode of Karanjaguda?
The pincode of Karanjaguda is 764039.
What is the population of Karanjaguda?
Karanjaguda has a total population of 196, including 105 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Karanjaguda?
There are 49 households in Karanjaguda.