Karandi - Makdi, Kondagaon
Karandi is a village situated in the Makdi tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Makdi and around 115 km from Jagdalpur. Karandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karandi is 448907. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.91 hectares and falls under the 494237 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karandi
According to the 2011 Census, Karandi village had a total population of 1,583 people, including 778 males and 805 females, living in 373 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.45%, with male literacy at 63.25% and female literacy at 44.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,458.
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 | 1,583 | 778 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 144 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,458 | 720 | 738 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 401 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 885 | 377 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Karandi
Karandi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karandi
Karandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Karandi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Karandi is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karandi
Where is Karandi located?
Karandi village is located in Makdi Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karandi?
Karandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karandi?
The pincode of Karandi is 494237.
What is the population of Karandi?
Karandi had a total population of 1,583, including 778 males and 805 females.
How many households are there in Karandi?
Karandi had 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karandi was 53.45%. Male literacy was 63.25% and female literacy was 44.20%.