Karandiguda - Ramanaguda, Rayagada
Karandiguda is a village situated in the Ramanaguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Gunupur and around 80 km from Rayagada . Gogupadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karandiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karandiguda is 426773. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 765029 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Karandiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karandiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Karandiguda village had a total population of 328 people, including 151 males and 177 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.16%, with male literacy at 23.73% and female literacy at 17.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 326.
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 | 328 | 151 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 150 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 123 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Karandiguda
Karandiguda 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 Karandiguda
Karandiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gunupur to Karandiguda is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Karandiguda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karandiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karandiguda 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 Karandiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karandiguda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karandiguda
Where is Karandiguda located?
Karandiguda village is located in Ramanaguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karandiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karandiguda is Gogupadu.
What is the pincode of Karandiguda?
The pincode of Karandiguda is 765029.
What is the population of Karandiguda?
Karandiguda had a total population of 328, including 151 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Karandiguda?
Karandiguda had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karandiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karandiguda was 20.16%. Male literacy was 23.73% and female literacy was 17.14%.