Karakwada Mal - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Karakwada Mal is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Keolari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karakwada Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karakwada Mal is 495884. The village covers a total geographical area of 344.44 hectares and falls under the 480888 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Karakwada Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karakwada Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Karakwada Mal village had a total population of 489 people, including 247 males and 242 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.63%, with male literacy at 72.25% and female literacy at 58.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 316.
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 | 489 | 247 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 161 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 151 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 96 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Karakwada Mal
Karakwada Mal 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 Karakwada Mal
Public transport in the Karakwada Mal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Karakwada Mal is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Karakwada Mal 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 Karakwada Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karakwada Mal 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 Karakwada Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karakwada Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karakwada Mal
Where is Karakwada Mal located?
Karakwada Mal village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karakwada Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karakwada Mal is Keolari.
What is the pincode of Karakwada Mal?
The pincode of Karakwada Mal is 480888.
What is the population of Karakwada Mal?
Karakwada Mal had a total population of 489, including 247 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Karakwada Mal?
Karakwada Mal had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karakwada Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karakwada Mal was 65.63%. Male literacy was 72.25% and female literacy was 58.94%.