Karkeli
Karkeli is a village located in Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 75km away from sub-district headquarter Bhairamgarh (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Karkeli village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karkeli unique in its vibrant Bhairamgarh-Bijapur region. You’ll see Karkeli’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karkeli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkeli is 451126. The village spans a total geographical area of 2461.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494450. Bijapur is nearest town to Karkeli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karkeli village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karkeli
Population of Karkeli
According to the 2011 Census, Karkeli has a total population of about 838, with approximately 461 males and 377 females. The sex ratio is around 817 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 797. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.17%, with male literacy at about 45.34% and female literacy near 18.30%. There are around 153 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkeli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 838 | 461 | 377 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 68 | 69 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 6 | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 797 | 422 | 375 |
Literate Population | 278 | 209 | 69 |
Illiterate Population | 560 | 252 | 308 |
Connectivity of Karkeli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkeli. As per the 2011 stats, Karkeli had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkeli
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkeli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkeli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkeli
- Where is Karkeli located?
- Karkeli village is situated in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, within the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkeli?
- Karkeli serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkeli?
- The pincode of Karkeli is 494450, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkeli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkeli is 838, with 461 males and 377 females.
- How many households are there in Karkeli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkeli village has a total of 153 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkeli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkeli is 33.17%. The male literacy rate is 45.34%, while the female literacy rate is 18.30%.