Karkada - Kukshi, Dhar
Karkada is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Karkada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkada is 475397. The village covers a total geographical area of 772.7 hectares and falls under the 454221 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Karkada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karkada
As per Census 2011, Karkada village has a total population of 1,448 people, consisting of 733 males and 715 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 981 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,443 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,448 | 733 | 715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 113 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,443 | 731 | 712 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 276 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 981 | 457 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Karkada
Karkada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khandlai | South | 2.19 km |
| Jhaba | North | 2.65 km |
| Kanheri Bhatyari | West | 2.72 km |
| Padlaya | East | 2.91 km |
| Jogardi | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Kharwa | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Rampura | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Jugtalai | South | 4.50 km |
| Akhada | North | 4.79 km |
| Gumiya | North-East | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karkada
Karkada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kukshi to Karkada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Karkada is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkada 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 Karkada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkada 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 Karkada
Where is Karkada located?
Karkada village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkada?
Karkada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karkada?
The pincode of Karkada is 454221.
What is the population of Karkada?
Karkada has a total population of 1,448, including 733 males and 715 females.
How many households are there in Karkada?
There are 275 households in Karkada.
What is the literacy rate in Karkada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkada is 32.25%. Male literacy is 37.65% and female literacy is 26.71%.