Karanjaguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Karanjaguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Godiballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjaguda is 425909. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Karanjaguda 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 Karanjaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjaguda village had a total population of 104 people, including 53 males and 51 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.62%, with male literacy at 30.23% and female literacy at 14.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 40 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjaguda
Karanjaguda 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 Karanjaguda
Public transport in the Karanjaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karanjaguda.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Karanjaguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjaguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjaguda 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 Karanjaguda
Where is Karanjaguda located?
Karanjaguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanjaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjaguda is Godiballi.
What is the pincode of Karanjaguda?
The pincode of Karanjaguda is 765015.
What is the population of Karanjaguda?
Karanjaguda had a total population of 104, including 53 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Karanjaguda?
Karanjaguda had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjaguda was 22.62%. Male literacy was 30.23% and female literacy was 14.63%.