Karalima - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Karalima is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Narayanapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karalima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karalima is 425609. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Karalima 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 Karalima
As per Census 2011, Karalima village has a total population of 48 people, consisting of 26 males and 22 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karalima are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 13 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Karalima
Karalima 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 Karalima
Public transport in the Karalima is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karalima.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Karalima is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Karalima 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 Karalima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karalima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karalima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karalima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karalima
Where is Karalima located?
Karalima village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karalima?
The Gram Panchayat of Karalima is Narayanapur.
What is the pincode of Karalima?
The pincode of Karalima is 765016.
What is the population of Karalima?
Karalima has a total population of 48, including 26 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Karalima?
There are 13 households in Karalima.
What is the literacy rate in Karalima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karalima is 31.25%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 9.09%.