Karkoti - Kurai, Seoni
Karkoti is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Darasikalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkoti is 497149. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.86 hectares and falls under the 480880 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karkoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karkoti
According to the 2011 Census, Karkoti village had a total population of 188 people, including 89 males and 99 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,112 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.67%, with male literacy at 76.25% and female literacy at 61.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 89 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 86 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 28 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Karkoti
Karkoti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karkoti
Karkoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Seoni to Karkoti is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karkoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkoti 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karkoti
Where is Karkoti located?
Karkoti village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karkoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkoti is Darasikalan.
What is the pincode of Karkoti?
The pincode of Karkoti is 480880.
What is the population of Karkoti?
Karkoti had a total population of 188, including 89 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Karkoti?
Karkoti had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkoti was 68.67%. Male literacy was 76.25% and female literacy was 61.63%.