Karrigaon - Daundilohara, Balod
Karrigaon is a village situated in the Daundilohara tehsil of Balod district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 42 km from Dondiluhara and around 108 km from Durg. Karregaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karrigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karrigaon is 443082. The village covers a total geographical area of 1253.83 hectares and falls under the 491665 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Karrigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dondi Lohara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karrigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Karrigaon village had a total population of 1,991 people, including 996 males and 995 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.76%, with male literacy at 82.54% and female literacy at 61.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,660.
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 | 1,991 | 996 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 137 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,660 | 834 | 826 |
| Literate Population | 1,240 | 709 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 751 | 287 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Karrigaon
Karrigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dangarh | West | 2.31 km |
| Ghansitola | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Murargota | South | 2.86 km |
| Kartu Tola | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Kudari | North | 2.98 km |
| Huchche Tola | North | 3.20 km |
| Khursitikul | West | 3.21 km |
| Padgondi | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Somatola | South | 4.21 km |
| Jobtola | South-West | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karrigaon
Public transport in the Karrigaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kusumkasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Karrigaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Karrigaon is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karrigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karrigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karrigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karrigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karrigaon
Where is Karrigaon located?
Karrigaon village is located in Daundilohara Tehsil, Balod district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karrigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Karrigaon is Karregaon.
What is the pincode of Karrigaon?
The pincode of Karrigaon is 491665.
What is the population of Karrigaon?
Karrigaon had a total population of 1,991, including 996 males and 995 females.
How many households are there in Karrigaon?
Karrigaon had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karrigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karrigaon was 71.76%. Male literacy was 82.54% and female literacy was 61.10%.