Karubaru - Muniguda, Rayagada
Karubaru is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Ambadala and around 125 km from Rayagada . Raghubari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karubaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karubaru is 424558. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Karubaru 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 Karubaru
As per Census 2011, Karubaru village has a total population of 97 people, consisting of 47 males and 50 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karubaru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 43 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Karubaru
Karubaru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhulugan | South | 0.97 km |
| Silkodi | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Galesapadar | North | 1.21 km |
| Redal | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Kataminang | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Adagalu | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Sanapajibali | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Uchukapadu | South | 1.91 km |
| Umberu | North | 1.95 km |
| Kapakupa | East | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karubaru
Karubaru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Lanjigarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.6 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 Karubaru is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Karubaru is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karubaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karubaru 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 Karubaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karubaru 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 Karubaru
Where is Karubaru located?
Karubaru village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karubaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Karubaru is Raghubari.
What is the pincode of Karubaru?
The pincode of Karubaru is 765020.
What is the population of Karubaru?
Karubaru has a total population of 97, including 47 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Karubaru?
There are 23 households in Karubaru.
What is the literacy rate in Karubaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karubaru is 5.15%. Male literacy is 8.51% and female literacy is 2.00%.