Karaunda Tola - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Karaunda Tola is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 125 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Karondatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaunda Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaunda Tola is 502209. The village covers a total geographical area of 846.09 hectares and falls under the 484886 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Karaunda Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaunda Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Karaunda Tola village had a total population of 1,442 people, including 726 males and 716 females, living in 353 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.60%, with male literacy at 68.54% and female literacy at 48.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 346, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,011.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,442 | 726 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 122 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 177 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,011 | 508 | 503 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 414 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 312 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Karaunda Tola
Karaunda Tola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karaunda Tola
Karaunda Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anuppur to Karaunda Tola is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaunda Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaunda Tola 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 Karaunda Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaunda Tola 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 Karaunda Tola
Where is Karaunda Tola located?
Karaunda Tola village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaunda Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaunda Tola is Karondatola.
What is the pincode of Karaunda Tola?
The pincode of Karaunda Tola is 484886.
What is the population of Karaunda Tola?
Karaunda Tola had a total population of 1,442, including 726 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Karaunda Tola?
Karaunda Tola had 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaunda Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaunda Tola was 58.60%. Male literacy was 68.54% and female literacy was 48.68%.