Karlakot - Boden, Nuapada
Karlakot is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Komna and around 70 km from Nuapada. Karlakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlakot is 421926. The village covers a total geographical area of 921 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Karlakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karlakot
As per Census 2011, Karlakot village has a total population of 2,019 people, consisting of 998 males and 1,021 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 948 literate and 1,071 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 444 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karlakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,019 | 998 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 155 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 140 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 222 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 598 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,071 | 400 | 671 |
Nearby Villages of Karlakot
Karlakot 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 Karlakot
Public transport in the Karlakot is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Karlakot is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Karlakot is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karlakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karlakot
Where is Karlakot located?
Karlakot village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlakot is Karlakote.
What is the pincode of Karlakot?
The pincode of Karlakot is 766111.
What is the population of Karlakot?
Karlakot has a total population of 2,019, including 998 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Karlakot?
There are 477 households in Karlakot.
What is the literacy rate in Karlakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlakot is 46.95%. Male literacy is 59.92% and female literacy is 34.28%.