Karlakhaman - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Karlakhaman is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathikata and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Suidihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlakhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlakhaman is 384636. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Karlakhaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathpali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karlakhaman
As per Census 2011, Karlakhaman village has a total population of 1,167 people, consisting of 600 males and 567 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 826 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karlakhaman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,167 | 600 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 71 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 826 | 422 | 404 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 427 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 173 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Karlakhaman
Karlakhaman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohadar | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Kulamunda | South | 1.56 km |
| Kanarsuan | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Sunaparbat | North | 3.00 km |
| Suidihi | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Raniberna | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Jodabandh | South | 3.69 km |
| Balani | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Sannuatoli | West | 4.33 km |
| Ataghat | West | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karlakhaman
Karlakhaman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lathikata, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Karlakhaman is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Karlakhaman is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlakhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlakhaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karlakhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlakhaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karlakhaman
Where is Karlakhaman located?
Karlakhaman village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlakhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlakhaman is Suidihi.
What is the pincode of Karlakhaman?
The pincode of Karlakhaman is 770037.
What is the population of Karlakhaman?
Karlakhaman has a total population of 1,167, including 600 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Karlakhaman?
There are 247 households in Karlakhaman.
What is the literacy rate in Karlakhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlakhaman is 63.84%. Male literacy is 71.17% and female literacy is 56.08%.