Karanjkhol - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Karanjkhol is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Dumabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanjkhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanjkhol is 383648. The village covers a total geographical area of 406 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Karanjkhol 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 Karanjkhol
As per Census 2011, Karanjkhol village has a total population of 791 people, consisting of 386 males and 405 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 455 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 751 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanjkhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 386 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 41 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 751 | 366 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 266 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 120 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Karanjkhol
Karanjkhol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Danardanpur | North | 1.51 km |
| Bhedibahal | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Sipukachhar | South | 1.91 km |
| Kaniaghati | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Luthurkend | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Saraphgada | East | 3.22 km |
| Deuldihi | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Dumabahal | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Bardihi | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Bichhuabahal | South-East | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanjkhol
Public transport in the Karanjkhol is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hemagiri, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 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 Karanjkhol is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Karanjkhol is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanjkhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanjkhol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karanjkhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanjkhol 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanjkhol
Where is Karanjkhol located?
Karanjkhol village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanjkhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanjkhol is Dumabahal.
What is the pincode of Karanjkhol?
The pincode of Karanjkhol is 770012.
What is the population of Karanjkhol?
Karanjkhol has a total population of 791, including 386 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Karanjkhol?
There are 191 households in Karanjkhol.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjkhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanjkhol is 57.52%. Male literacy is 68.91% and female literacy is 46.67%.