Karli - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Karli is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 81 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kanabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karli is 425420. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Karli 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 Karli
According to the 2011 Census, Karli village had a total population of 247 people, including 107 males and 140 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,308 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.19%, with male literacy at 32.22% and female literacy at 18.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 218.
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 | 247 | 107 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 94 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 78 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Karli
Karli 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 Karli
Public transport in the Karli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Karli is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Karli 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 Karli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karli
Where is Karli located?
Karli village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karli?
The Gram Panchayat of Karli is Kanabai.
What is the pincode of Karli?
The pincode of Karli is 765019.
What is the population of Karli?
Karli had a total population of 247, including 107 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Karli?
Karli had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karli was 24.19%. Male literacy was 32.22% and female literacy was 18.40%.