Karagaon

Karagaon is a village located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Karagaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Karagaon unique in its vibrant Chikodi-Belgaum region. You’ll see Karagaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karagaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karagaon is 597234. The village spans a total geographical area of 1130.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591226. Chikodi is nearest town to Karagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karagaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Raybag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Karagaon

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Population of Karagaon

According to the 2011 Census, Karagaon has a total population of about 3,308, with approximately 1,666 males and 1,642 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 428 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 563 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.65%, with male literacy at about 64.41% and female literacy near 48.78%. There are around 698 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,308 1,666 1,642
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 428 219 209
Scheduled Castes (SC) 563 275 288
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,874 1,073 801
Illiterate Population 1,434 593 841

Connectivity of Karagaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Karagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karagaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Karagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karagaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karagaon

Where is Karagaon located?
Karagaon village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karagaon?
Karagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karagaon?
The pincode of Karagaon is 591226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karagaon is 3,308, with 1,666 males and 1,642 females.
How many households are there in Karagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karagaon village has a total of 698 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karagaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karagaon is 56.65%. The male literacy rate is 64.41%, while the female literacy rate is 48.78%.