Karadi - Ilkal, Bagalkote
Karadi is a village situated in the Ilkal taluka of Bagalkote district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from Hungund and around 70 km from Bagalkot. Karadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadi is 598967. The village covers a total geographical area of 3605.67 hectares and falls under the 587125 pincode. Hungund is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hungund Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karadi
As per Census 2011, Karadi village has a total population of 3,625 people, consisting of 1,820 males and 1,805 females. The village has 701 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,209 literate and 1,416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 786 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,625 | 1,820 | 1,805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 230 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 786 | 406 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,209 | 1,316 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,416 | 504 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Karadi
Karadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Benakanadoni | South | 3.11 km |
| Pochapur | North | 3.46 km |
| Palti | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Chinnapur (s.k.) | North | 4.60 km |
| Chikadapur | South | 5.05 km |
| Komnur | East | 5.15 km |
| Hemawadgi | West | 5.25 km |
| Manmathanal | North-West | 5.59 km |
| Dasbal | North | 5.74 km |
| Kambalihal | East | 6.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karadi
Karadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudala Sangam, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hungund to Karadi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bagalkot to Karadi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karadi
Where is Karadi located?
Karadi village is located in Ilkal Taluka, Bagalkote district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadi?
Karadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karadi?
The pincode of Karadi is 587125.
What is the population of Karadi?
Karadi has a total population of 3,625, including 1,820 males and 1,805 females.
How many households are there in Karadi?
There are 701 households in Karadi.
What is the literacy rate in Karadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadi is 60.94%. Male literacy is 72.31% and female literacy is 49.47%.