Karadega - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Karadega is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Giringkela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karadega village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadega is 383674. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Karadega village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karadega
As per Census 2011, Karadega village has a total population of 713 people, consisting of 360 males and 353 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 419 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karadega are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 713 | 360 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 218 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 255 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 105 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Karadega
Karadega 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Giringkela | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Chakradharpur | West | 2.39 km |
| Bairagibahal | West | 2.69 km |
| Kadomal | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Suarijore | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Telendihi | West | 3.81 km |
| Satjoria | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Didigajharan | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Bindujharia | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Saletikra | North-West | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karadega
Karadega is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ibh2, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Karadega is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadega
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadega village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karadega
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadega 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karadega
Where is Karadega located?
Karadega village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadega?
The Gram Panchayat of Karadega is Giringkela.
What is the pincode of Karadega?
The pincode of Karadega is 770012.
What is the population of Karadega?
Karadega has a total population of 713, including 360 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Karadega?
There are 203 households in Karadega.
What is the literacy rate in Karadega?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadega is 64.24%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 57.51%.