Karakamaraka - Muniguda, Rayagada
Karakamaraka is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 114 km from Ambadala and around 100 km from Rayagada . Ichhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karakamaraka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karakamaraka is 424606. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 765021 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Karakamaraka 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 Karakamaraka
According to the 2011 Census, Karakamaraka village had a total population of 100 people, including 58 males and 42 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 724 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.21%, with male literacy at 9.76% and female literacy at 8.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 100 | 58 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 58 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 54 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Karakamaraka
Karakamaraka is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Padelapadar | South-East | 0.82 km |
| Odijambo | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Sapagaru | East | 1.16 km |
| Madhupur | South | 1.20 km |
| Punder | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Golasapadar | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Kondhakotingpadar | South | 1.52 km |
| Patana | North | 1.59 km |
| Uchimuchi | West | 1.66 km |
| Jorigam | North-East | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karakamaraka
Karakamaraka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambodala, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karakamaraka is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Karakamaraka is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karakamaraka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karakamaraka 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 Karakamaraka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karakamaraka 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 Karakamaraka
Where is Karakamaraka located?
Karakamaraka village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karakamaraka?
The Gram Panchayat of Karakamaraka is Ichhapur.
What is the pincode of Karakamaraka?
The pincode of Karakamaraka is 765021.
What is the population of Karakamaraka?
Karakamaraka had a total population of 100, including 58 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Karakamaraka?
Karakamaraka had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karakamaraka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karakamaraka was 9.21%. Male literacy was 9.76% and female literacy was 8.57%.