Karregaon - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Karregaon is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Mandagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karregaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karregaon is 448017. The village covers a total geographical area of 595.07 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Karregaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karregaon
As per Census 2011, Karregaon village has a total population of 466 people, consisting of 238 males and 228 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 323 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karregaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 466 | 238 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 173 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 182 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 56 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Karregaon
Karregaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nelsod | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Laman | North | 2.51 km |
| Mandagaon | South | 2.88 km |
| Amodi | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Aamakot | North | 3.32 km |
| Nawagarh | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Birkondal | East | 3.79 km |
| Parali | East | 4.01 km |
| Jethegaon | West | 4.38 km |
| Dhutapipli | North | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karregaon
Karregaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Karregaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Karregaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karregaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karregaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karregaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karregaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karregaon
Where is Karregaon located?
Karregaon village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karregaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Karregaon is Mandagaon.
What is the pincode of Karregaon?
The pincode of Karregaon is 494665.
What is the population of Karregaon?
Karregaon has a total population of 466, including 238 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Karregaon?
There are 96 households in Karregaon.
What is the literacy rate in Karregaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karregaon is 66.31%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 55.70%.