Karkota

Karkota is a village located in Sihawal tehsil of Sidhi district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sihawal (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Sidhi. As per 2009 stats, Dudhmania is the gram panchayat of Karkota village.

Karkota has its own place in the vibrant Sidhi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karkota

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkota is 502904. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.55 hectares. Sidhi is nearest town to Karkota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 68km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karkota village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sidhi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karkota

Below is a concise population overview of Karkota as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 355 177 178
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 35 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 77 33 44
Literate Population 167 103 64
Illiterate Population 188 74 114

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkota village:

  • The total population of Karkota village is around 355, including approximately 177 males and 178 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Karkota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karkota village has 77 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karkota village is about 47.04%, with male literacy at 58.19% and female literacy at 35.96%.
  • There are around 54 households in Karkota village.

Connectivity of Karkota

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkota. As per the 2011 stats, Karkota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karkota

Knowing the nearby villages of Karkota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkota.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karkota

Where is Karkota located?
Karkota village is situated in Sihawal Tehsil, within the Sidhi district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkota?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkota is Dudhmania (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Karkota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkota is 355, with 177 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Karkota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkota village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkota as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkota is 47.04%. The male literacy rate is 58.19%, while the female literacy rate is 35.96%.