Karoda - Kareli, Narsimhapur
Karoda is a village situated in the Kareli tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kareli and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Khiriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karoda is 491370. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.85 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Kareli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsingpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karoda
As per Census 2011, Karoda village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 258 males and 232 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 373 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 258 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 210 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 48 | 69 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basoda | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Awariya | East | 1.62 km |
| Amgaon | West | 2.22 km |
| Biner | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Gobargaon | South | 2.75 km |
| Barha | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Amheta | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Tinsara | West | 3.98 km |
| Hardgaon | South | 4.00 km |
| Jowa | North | 4.70 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 Kareli, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kareli to Karoda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Karoda is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karoda
Where is Karoda located?
Karoda village is located in Kareli Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karoda is Khiriya.
What is the pincode of Karoda?
The pincode of Karoda is 487001.
What is the population of Karoda?
Karoda has a total population of 490, including 258 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Karoda?
There are 136 households in Karoda.
What is the literacy rate in Karoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karoda is 76.12%. Male literacy is 81.40% and female literacy is 70.26%.