Karkatpalli - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Karkatpalli is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chintalwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkatpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkatpalli is 431019. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Karkatpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkatpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Karkatpalli village had a total population of 919 people, including 460 males and 459 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.10%, with male literacy at 64.38% and female literacy at 32.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 515.
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 | 919 | 460 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 95 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 257 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 235 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 225 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Karkatpalli
Karkatpalli 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 Karkatpalli
Karkatpalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Karkatpalli is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Karkatpalli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkatpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkatpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karkatpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkatpalli 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 Karkatpalli
Where is Karkatpalli located?
Karkatpalli village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkatpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkatpalli is Chintalwada.
What is the pincode of Karkatpalli?
The pincode of Karkatpalli is 764086.
What is the population of Karkatpalli?
Karkatpalli had a total population of 919, including 460 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Karkatpalli?
Karkatpalli had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkatpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkatpalli was 48.10%. Male literacy was 64.38% and female literacy was 32.08%.