Karkachia - Shamakhunta, Mayurbhanj
Karkachia is a village situated in the Shamakhunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Koliana and around 22 km from Baripada. Khandia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkachia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkachia is 389375. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 757105 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Karkachia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkachia
According to the 2011 Census, Karkachia village had a total population of 69 people, including 35 males and 34 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.15%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 54.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 9 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Karkachia
Karkachia 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 Karkachia
Public transport in the Karkachia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karkachia.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Karkachia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Karkachia is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkachia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkachia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karkachia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkachia 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 Karkachia
Where is Karkachia located?
Karkachia village is located in Shamakhunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karkachia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkachia is Khandia.
What is the pincode of Karkachia?
The pincode of Karkachia is 757105.
What is the population of Karkachia?
Karkachia had a total population of 69, including 35 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Karkachia?
Karkachia had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkachia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkachia was 66.15%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 54.84%.