Karigaon
Karigaon is a village located in Malkharoda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Malkharoda (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Karahigaon is the gram panchayat of Karigaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Karigaon unique in its vibrant Malkharoda-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Karigaon’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 Karigaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karigaon is 437245. The village spans a total geographical area of 460.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495691. Adbhar is nearest town to Karigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karigaon 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 Chandrapura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karigaon
Population of Karigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Karigaon has a total population of about 1,551, with approximately 764 males and 787 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 357 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 128. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.60%, with male literacy at about 72.12% and female literacy near 53.37%. There are around 374 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karigaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,551 | 764 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 86 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 182 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 69 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 971 | 551 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 213 | 367 |
Connectivity of Karigaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Karigaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karigaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Karigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karigaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karigaon
- Where is Karigaon located?
- Karigaon village is situated in Malkharoda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karigaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karigaon is Karahigaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karigaon?
- The pincode of Karigaon is 495691, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karigaon is 1,551, with 764 males and 787 females.
- How many households are there in Karigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karigaon village has a total of 374 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karigaon is 62.60%. The male literacy rate is 72.12%, while the female literacy rate is 53.37%.