Kharaka - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kharaka is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siripai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharaka is 425968. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kharaka 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 Kharaka
According to the 2011 Census, Kharaka village had a total population of 25 people, including 13 males and 12 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.76%, with male literacy at 11.11% and female literacy at 12.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 12 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kharaka
Kharaka 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 Kharaka
Kharaka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kharaka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kharaka is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kharaka is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharaka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharaka 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 Kharaka
Where is Kharaka located?
Kharaka village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharaka is Siripai.
What is the pincode of Kharaka?
The pincode of Kharaka is 765015.
What is the population of Kharaka?
Kharaka had a total population of 25, including 13 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Kharaka?
Kharaka had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharaka was 11.76%. Male literacy was 11.11% and female literacy was 12.50%.