Karanagura - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Karanagura is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chatikona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanagura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanagura is 425224. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Karanagura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanagura
As per Census 2011, Karanagura village has a total population of 222 people, consisting of 101 males and 121 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,198 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanagura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 101 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 93 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 52 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Karanagura
Karanagura 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 Karanagura
Public transport in the Karanagura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Karanagura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Karanagura is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Karanagura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanagura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanagura 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 Karanagura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanagura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanagura
Where is Karanagura located?
Karanagura village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanagura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanagura is Chatikona.
What is the pincode of Karanagura?
The pincode of Karanagura is 765019.
What is the population of Karanagura?
Karanagura has a total population of 222, including 101 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Karanagura?
There are 46 households in Karanagura.
What is the literacy rate in Karanagura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanagura is 40.99%. Male literacy is 48.51% and female literacy is 34.71%.