Karadaga - Nippani, Belagavi
Karadaga is a village situated in the Nippani taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Chikodi and around 105 km from Belgaum. Kardaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karadaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadaga is 597155. The village covers a total geographical area of 1566.03 hectares and falls under the 591263 pincode. Sadalgi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Karadaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nippani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karadaga
As per Census 2011, Karadaga village has a total population of 8,937 people, consisting of 4,597 males and 4,340 females. The village has 1,819 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,006 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,319 literate and 2,618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karadaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,937 | 4,597 | 4,340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,006 | 561 | 445 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,314 | 664 | 650 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 6,319 | 3,603 | 2,716 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,618 | 994 | 1,624 |
Nearby Villages of Karadaga
Karadaga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Donewadi | North | 2.06 km |
| Barwad | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Boragaonwadi | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Shiradwad | East | 4.00 km |
| Jangamwadi | North | 4.38 km |
| Bhoj | South | 4.79 km |
| Kasanal | North-East | 5.18 km |
| Yalgud | North-West | 5.56 km |
| Bedkihal | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Rendal | North-West | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karadaga
Karadaga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rukadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sadalgi to Karadaga is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Karadaga is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadaga 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 Karadaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karadaga
Where is Karadaga located?
Karadaga village is located in Nippani Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Karadaga is Kardaga.
What is the pincode of Karadaga?
The pincode of Karadaga is 591263.
What is the population of Karadaga?
Karadaga has a total population of 8,937, including 4,597 males and 4,340 females.
How many households are there in Karadaga?
There are 1,819 households in Karadaga.
What is the literacy rate in Karadaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadaga is 70.71%. Male literacy is 78.38% and female literacy is 62.58%.