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
According to the 2011 Census, Karanagura village had a total population of 222 people, including 101 males and 121 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,198 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.19%, with male literacy at 59.76% and female literacy at 40.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
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 | 222 | 101 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 222, including 101 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Karanagura?
Karanagura had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanagura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanagura was 49.19%. Male literacy was 59.76% and female literacy was 40.78%.