Karnikhal - Kashipur, Rayagada
Karnikhal 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 110 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Adajore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnikhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnikhal is 425787. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Karnikhal 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 Karnikhal
According to the 2011 Census, Karnikhal village had a total population of 61 people, including 29 males and 32 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.96%, with male literacy at 22.22% and female literacy at 3.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 23 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Karnikhal
Karnikhal 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 Karnikhal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karnikhal.
| 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 Rayagada to Karnikhal is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Karnikhal is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnikhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnikhal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karnikhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnikhal 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 Karnikhal
Where is Karnikhal located?
Karnikhal village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karnikhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnikhal is Adajore.
What is the pincode of Karnikhal?
The pincode of Karnikhal is 765015.
What is the population of Karnikhal?
Karnikhal had a total population of 61, including 29 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Karnikhal?
Karnikhal had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnikhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnikhal was 12.96%. Male literacy was 22.22% and female literacy was 3.70%.