Karsahandi - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Karsahandi is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from Jharigan and around 80 km from Nabarangapur . Jharigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karsahandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karsahandi is 427526. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karsahandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karsahandi
According to the 2011 Census, Karsahandi village had a total population of 505 people, including 255 males and 250 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.21%, with male literacy at 72.60% and female literacy at 51.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 505 | 255 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 41 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 159 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 96 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Karsahandi
Karsahandi 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 Karsahandi
Karsahandi 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 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 Umarkote to Karsahandi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Karsahandi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karsahandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karsahandi 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 Karsahandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karsahandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karsahandi
Where is Karsahandi located?
Karsahandi village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karsahandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karsahandi is Jharigam.
What is the pincode of Karsahandi?
The pincode of Karsahandi is 764076.
What is the population of Karsahandi?
Karsahandi had a total population of 505, including 255 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Karsahandi?
Karsahandi had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karsahandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karsahandi was 62.21%. Male literacy was 72.60% and female literacy was 51.63%.