Karandimal - Kodinga, Nabarangpur
Karandimal is a village situated in the Kodinga tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Kodinga and around 40 km from Nabarangapur . Butimajhisemala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karandimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karandimal is 427799. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 764075 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Karandimal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karandimal
As per Census 2011, Karandimal village has a total population of 2,329 people, consisting of 1,210 males and 1,119 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 840 literate and 1,489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,247 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karandimal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,329 | 1,210 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 237 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,247 | 676 | 571 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 554 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,489 | 656 | 833 |
Nearby Villages of Karandimal
Karandimal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Duragan | North | 1.85 km |
| Bajargad | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Belputi | West | 2.91 km |
| Butimajhisimla | East | 3.04 km |
| Kandapuri | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Baraguda | North | 3.42 km |
| Jhadasemala | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Majhiguda | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Junapani | South | 4.02 km |
| Churahandi | West | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karandimal
Karandimal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.2 km.
| 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 Nabarangapur to Karandimal is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Karandimal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karandimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karandimal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karandimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karandimal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karandimal
Where is Karandimal located?
Karandimal village is located in Kodinga Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karandimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karandimal is Butimajhisemala.
What is the pincode of Karandimal?
The pincode of Karandimal is 764075.
What is the population of Karandimal?
Karandimal has a total population of 2,329, including 1,210 males and 1,119 females.
How many households are there in Karandimal?
There are 443 households in Karandimal.
What is the literacy rate in Karandimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karandimal is 36.07%. Male literacy is 45.79% and female literacy is 25.56%.