Karkota - Sihawal, Sidhi
Karkota is a village situated in the Sihawal tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihawal and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Dudhmania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkota is 502904. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.55 hectares and falls under the 486670 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Karkota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkota
According to the 2011 Census, Karkota village had a total population of 355 people, including 177 males and 178 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.22%, with male literacy at 72.54% and female literacy at 45.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 355 | 177 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 33 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 103 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 74 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Karkota
Karkota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banki | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Dhubbar | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Gairua | South | 1.77 km |
| Dudhmaniya 477 | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Keshauli | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Barbasa | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Chitwariya No 1 | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Medhauli | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Savaicha | West | 3.05 km |
| Sihawal | South-West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karkota
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karkota. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sidhi to Karkota is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karkota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkota 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karkota
Where is Karkota located?
Karkota village is located in Sihawal Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karkota?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkota is Dudhmania.
What is the pincode of Karkota?
The pincode of Karkota is 486670.
What is the population of Karkota?
Karkota had a total population of 355, including 177 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Karkota?
Karkota had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkota was 59.22%. Male literacy was 72.54% and female literacy was 45.71%.