Karanipai - Kashipur, Rayagada
Karanipai is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sankarada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanipai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanipai is 426005. The village falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Karanipai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanipai
As per Census 2011, Karanipai village has a total population of 120 people, consisting of 61 males and 59 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanipai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 7 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 54 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Karanipai
Karanipai 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 Karanipai
Public transport in the Karanipai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karanipai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Karanipai is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanipai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanipai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanipai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanipai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanipai
Where is Karanipai located?
Karanipai village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanipai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanipai is Sankarada.
What is the pincode of Karanipai?
The pincode of Karanipai is 765015.
What is the population of Karanipai?
Karanipai has a total population of 120, including 61 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Karanipai?
There are 28 households in Karanipai.