Karchamal - Kodinga, Nabarangpur
Karchamal is a village situated in the Kodinga tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kodinga and around 25 km from Nabarangapur . Karchamal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karchamal is 427831. The village covers a total geographical area of 1782 hectares and falls under the 764075 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Karchamal 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 Karchamal
As per Census 2011, Karchamal village has a total population of 4,317 people, consisting of 1,796 males and 2,521 females. The village has 817 households and a sex ratio of 1,403 females per 1,000 males. There are 742 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,586 literate and 2,731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,881 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karchamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,317 | 1,796 | 2,521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 742 | 355 | 387 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 142 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,881 | 1,113 | 1,768 |
| Literate Population | 1,586 | 645 | 941 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,731 | 1,151 | 1,580 |
Nearby Villages of Karchamal
Karchamal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gumundaligura | North | 2.20 km |
| Madeigan | East | 3.06 km |
| Asonga | South | 3.52 km |
| Sankarda | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Churahandi | South | 3.88 km |
| Jabaguda | West | 3.89 km |
| Tusiguda | West | 4.24 km |
| Kujaguda | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Bandiguda | North | 4.29 km |
| Dangachua | North-West | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karchamal
Karchamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabarangapur to Karchamal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Karchamal is about 25 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 Karchamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karchamal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karchamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karchamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karchamal
Where is Karchamal located?
Karchamal village is located in Kodinga Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karchamal?
Karchamal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karchamal?
The pincode of Karchamal is 764075.
What is the population of Karchamal?
Karchamal has a total population of 4,317, including 1,796 males and 2,521 females.
How many households are there in Karchamal?
There are 817 households in Karchamal.
What is the literacy rate in Karchamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karchamal is 36.74%. Male literacy is 35.91% and female literacy is 37.33%.