Karlaghati - Gudari, Rayagada
Karlaghati is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Karlaghati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlaghati is 426845. The village covers a total geographical area of 696 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Karlaghati 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 Karlaghati
As per Census 2011, Karlaghati village has a total population of 796 people, consisting of 392 males and 404 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 479 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karlaghati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 796 | 392 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 229 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 110 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 151 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 241 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Karlaghati
Karlaghati 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 Karlaghati
Karlaghati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Karlaghati is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Karlaghati is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlaghati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlaghati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karlaghati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlaghati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karlaghati
Where is Karlaghati located?
Karlaghati village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlaghati?
Karlaghati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karlaghati?
The pincode of Karlaghati is 765026.
What is the population of Karlaghati?
Karlaghati has a total population of 796, including 392 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Karlaghati?
There are 190 households in Karlaghati.
What is the literacy rate in Karlaghati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlaghati is 30.03%. Male literacy is 38.52% and female literacy is 21.78%.