Karuna - Kakatpur, Puri
Karuna is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Korana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karuna is 409172. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 752118 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karuna
As per Census 2011, Karuna village has a total population of 633 people, consisting of 328 males and 305 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 493 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 633 | 328 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 278 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 50 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Karuna
Karuna 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 Karuna
Karuna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Konark to Karuna is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Karuna 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 Karuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karuna 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karuna
Where is Karuna located?
Karuna village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Karuna is Korana.
What is the pincode of Karuna?
The pincode of Karuna is 752118.
What is the population of Karuna?
Karuna has a total population of 633, including 328 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Karuna?
There are 166 households in Karuna.
What is the literacy rate in Karuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karuna is 77.88%. Male literacy is 84.76% and female literacy is 70.49%.