Karanjola
Karanjola is a village located in Dhama tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Dhama (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Huma is the gram panchayat of Karanjola village.
Here you can discover what makes Karanjola unique in its vibrant Dhama-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Karanjola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karanjola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanjola is 382247. The village spans a total geographical area of 161 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768113. Sambalpur is nearest town to Karanjola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karanjola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karanjola
Population of Karanjola
According to the 2011 Census, Karanjola has a total population of about 627, with approximately 319 males and 308 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 174 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 111. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.29%, with male literacy at about 79.00% and female literacy near 63.31%. There are around 156 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanjola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 319 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 84 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 252 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 67 | 113 |
Connectivity of Karanjola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanjola. As per the 2011 stats, Karanjola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanjola
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanjola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanjola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanjola
- Where is Karanjola located?
- Karanjola village is situated in Dhama Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanjola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karanjola is Huma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karanjola?
- The pincode of Karanjola is 768113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karanjola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanjola is 627, with 319 males and 308 females.
- How many households are there in Karanjola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanjola village has a total of 156 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanjola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanjola is 71.29%. The male literacy rate is 79.00%, while the female literacy rate is 63.31%.