Karlabeda - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Karlabeda is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Dabugan and around 60 km from Nabarangapur . Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlabeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlabeda is 427622. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Karlabeda 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 Karlabeda
As per Census 2011, Karlabeda village has a total population of 1,975 people, consisting of 953 males and 1,022 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 438 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 1,532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,558 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karlabeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,975 | 953 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 202 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,558 | 750 | 808 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 302 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,532 | 651 | 881 |
Nearby Villages of Karlabeda
Karlabeda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamodeibhatta | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Bhandariguda | North | 3.80 km |
| Sindhigam | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Singisari | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Jholla | South-West | 4.92 km |
| Telagan | West | 6.80 km |
| Dumorada | East | 6.88 km |
| Karlipadar | North-West | 7.01 km |
| Torenga | South | 7.35 km |
| Pukaguda | East | 8.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karlabeda
Karlabeda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amagura, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Karlabeda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Karlabeda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlabeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlabeda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karlabeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlabeda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karlabeda
Where is Karlabeda located?
Karlabeda village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlabeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlabeda is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Karlabeda?
The pincode of Karlabeda is 764072.
What is the population of Karlabeda?
Karlabeda has a total population of 1,975, including 953 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Karlabeda?
There are 426 households in Karlabeda.
What is the literacy rate in Karlabeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlabeda is 22.43%. Male literacy is 31.69% and female literacy is 13.80%.