Karada - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Karada is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Korda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karada is 531637. The village covers a total geographical area of 808.03 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Karada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karada
As per Census 2011, Karada village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 327 males and 303 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 406 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 630 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 327 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 327 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 240 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 87 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Karada
Karada 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 Karada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Karada is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Karada is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karada 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 Karada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karada 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 Karada
Where is Karada located?
Karada village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karada?
The Gram Panchayat of Karada is Korda.
What is the pincode of Karada?
The pincode of Karada is 444807.
What is the population of Karada?
Karada has a total population of 630, including 327 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Karada?
There are 108 households in Karada.
What is the literacy rate in Karada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karada is 64.44%. Male literacy is 73.39% and female literacy is 54.79%.