Karankhedi - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Karankhedi is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Saragsedra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karankhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karankhedi is 469839. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 458558 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Karankhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karankhedi
As per Census 2011, Karankhedi village has a total population of 485 people, consisting of 243 males and 242 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karankhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 485 | 243 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 179 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 64 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Karankhedi
Karankhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lasudiya | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Saragsedra | North | 2.35 km |
| Saraspura | East | 2.59 km |
| Khajurinag | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Chhatrapura | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Borwani | South | 3.80 km |
| Satalkheda | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Nakediya | North | 4.38 km |
| Ladukhedi | West | 4.75 km |
| Khaikheda | South-East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karankhedi
Public transport in the Karankhedi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kachnara Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sitamau to Karankhedi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Karankhedi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karankhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karankhedi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karankhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karankhedi 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 Karankhedi
Where is Karankhedi located?
Karankhedi village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karankhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karankhedi is Saragsedra.
What is the pincode of Karankhedi?
The pincode of Karankhedi is 458558.
What is the population of Karankhedi?
Karankhedi has a total population of 485, including 243 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Karankhedi?
There are 114 households in Karankhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Karankhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karankhedi is 61.86%. Male literacy is 73.66% and female literacy is 50.00%.