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
According to the 2011 Census, Karaundi village had a total population of 1,807 people, including 906 males and 901 females, living in 430 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.83%, with male literacy at 76.84% and female literacy at 48.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,470, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 227.
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 | 1,807 | 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 had a total population of 1,807, including 906 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Karaundi?
Karaundi had 430 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaundi was 62.83%. Male literacy was 76.84% and female literacy was 48.65%.