Karoda - Badnawar, Dhar
Karoda is a village situated in the Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnawar and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Karoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karoda is 474384. The village covers a total geographical area of 697.88 hectares and falls under the 454660 pincode. Badnawar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karoda
As per Census 2011, Karoda village has a total population of 2,047 people, consisting of 1,027 males and 1,020 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,317 literate and 730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 566 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,047 | 1,027 | 1,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 113 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 72 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 282 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 1,317 | 762 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 265 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Karoda
Karoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silodiya | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Pitlawadiya | East | 2.35 km |
| Kachhi Baroda | West | 2.89 km |
| Sundrabad | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Jawasiya | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Maya Khedi | South | 3.39 km |
| Tokra | East | 3.65 km |
| Madhopura | North | 3.99 km |
| Kalyanpura | South-West | 4.87 km |
| Birakhedi | East | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karoda
Karoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Runija, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badnawar to Karoda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Karoda is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karoda 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 Karoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karoda
Where is Karoda located?
Karoda village is located in Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karoda?
Karoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karoda?
The pincode of Karoda is 454660.
What is the population of Karoda?
Karoda has a total population of 2,047, including 1,027 males and 1,020 females.
How many households are there in Karoda?
There are 366 households in Karoda.
What is the literacy rate in Karoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karoda is 64.34%. Male literacy is 74.20% and female literacy is 54.41%.