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
According to the 2011 Census, Karuna village had a total population of 633 people, including 328 males and 305 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.29%, with male literacy at 92.36% and female literacy at 77.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 633 | 328 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 633, including 328 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Karuna?
Karuna had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karuna was 85.29%. Male literacy was 92.36% and female literacy was 77.62%.