Karigudam - Jagargunda, Sukma
Karigudam is a village situated in the Jagargunda tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 62 km from Konta and around 212 km from Dantewada. Elmagunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karigudam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karigudam is 450512. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Bhadrachalam (a.p.) is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Karigudam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karigudam
As per Census 2011, Karigudam village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 173 males and 178 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karigudam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 173 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 173 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 29 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 144 | 164 |
Transport and Connectivity of Karigudam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karigudam.
| 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 Bhadrachalam (a.p.) to Karigudam is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Karigudam is about 212 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karigudam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karigudam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karigudam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karigudam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karigudam
Where is Karigudam located?
Karigudam village is located in Jagargunda Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karigudam?
The Gram Panchayat of Karigudam is Elmagunda.
What is the pincode of Karigudam?
The pincode of Karigudam is 494122.
What is the population of Karigudam?
Karigudam has a total population of 351, including 173 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Karigudam?
There are 77 households in Karigudam.
What is the literacy rate in Karigudam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karigudam is 12.25%. Male literacy is 16.76% and female literacy is 7.87%.