Karekot

Karekot is a village located in Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Lohandiguda (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Karekot village is also a gram panchayat.

Karekot has its own place in the vibrant Bastar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karekot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karekot is 449181. The village spans a total geographical area of 829.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494010. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Karekot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 68km away.

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Population of Karekot

Below is a concise population overview of Karekot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,308 629 679
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 208 103 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 481 232 249
Literate Population 323 197 126
Illiterate Population 985 432 553

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karekot village:

  • The total population of Karekot village is around 1,308, including approximately 629 males and 679 females, with a sex ratio of 1079 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 208 children aged 0–6 years in Karekot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karekot village has 481 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karekot village is about 24.69%, with male literacy at 31.32% and female literacy at 18.56%.
  • There are around 285 households in Karekot village.

Connectivity of Karekot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karekot. As per the 2011 stats, Karekot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karekot

Knowing the nearby villages of Karekot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karekot.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Karekot

Where is Karekot located?
Karekot village is situated in Lohandiguda Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karekot?
Karekot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karekot?
The pincode of Karekot is 494010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karekot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karekot is 1,308, with 629 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Karekot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karekot village has a total of 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karekot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karekot is 24.69%. The male literacy rate is 31.32%, while the female literacy rate is 18.56%.