Karlakona - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Karlakona is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Bishamakatak and around 85 km from Rayagada . Turiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlakona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlakona is 425172. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Karlakona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karlakona
According to the 2011 Census, Karlakona village had a total population of 171 people, including 81 males and 90 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.30%, with male literacy at 86.21% and female literacy at 31.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 171 | 81 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 50 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 31 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Karlakona
Karlakona 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 Karlakona
Karlakona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karlakona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karlakona is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Karlakona is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlakona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlakona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karlakona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlakona 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karlakona
Where is Karlakona located?
Karlakona village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlakona?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlakona is Turiguda.
What is the pincode of Karlakona?
The pincode of Karlakona is 765019.
What is the population of Karlakona?
Karlakona had a total population of 171, including 81 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Karlakona?
Karlakona had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karlakona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlakona was 55.30%. Male literacy was 86.21% and female literacy was 31.08%.