Karaundi - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Karaundi is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Karondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaundi is 502250. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.16 hectares and falls under the 484887 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Karaundi 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 Karaundi
As per Census 2011, Karaundi village has a total population of 1,807 people, consisting of 906 males and 901 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 982 literate and 825 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,470 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 227 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karaundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,807 | 906 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 120 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,470 | 727 | 743 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 119 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 604 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 825 | 302 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Karaundi
Karaundi 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 Karaundi
Karaundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Amarkantak to Karaundi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Karaundi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaundi 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 Karaundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karaundi
Where is Karaundi located?
Karaundi village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaundi is Karondi.
What is the pincode of Karaundi?
The pincode of Karaundi is 484887.
What is the population of Karaundi?
Karaundi has a total population of 1,807, including 906 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Karaundi?
There are 430 households in Karaundi.
What is the literacy rate in Karaundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaundi is 54.34%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 41.95%.