Karondkhurd - Khategaon, Dewas
Karondkhurd is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 144 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Bandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karondkhurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karondkhurd is 474221. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.82 hectares and falls under the 455336 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Karondkhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karondkhurd
As per Census 2011, Karondkhurd village has a total population of 996 people, consisting of 535 males and 461 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 648 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 263 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karondkhurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 996 | 535 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 143 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 393 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 142 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Karondkhurd
Karondkhurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harangaon | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Karondbuzurg | South | 1.71 km |
| Junapanibuzurg | North | 2.38 km |
| Kankadkui | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Siralya | East | 3.51 km |
| Ratanpur | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Lakdani | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Manora | West | 3.93 km |
| Sulgaon | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karondkhurd
Karondkhurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khategaon to Karondkhurd is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Karondkhurd is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karondkhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karondkhurd 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karondkhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karondkhurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karondkhurd
Where is Karondkhurd located?
Karondkhurd village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karondkhurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Karondkhurd is Bandi.
What is the pincode of Karondkhurd?
The pincode of Karondkhurd is 455336.
What is the population of Karondkhurd?
Karondkhurd has a total population of 996, including 535 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Karondkhurd?
There are 201 households in Karondkhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Karondkhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karondkhurd is 65.06%. Male literacy is 73.46% and female literacy is 55.31%.