Karkin
Karkin is a village located in Paithan tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Paithan (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Karkin village is also a gram panchayat.
Karkin has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad 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 Karkin
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkin is 549479. The village spans a total geographical area of 1516 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431105. Paithan is nearest town to Karkin village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Karkin
Population of Karkin
Below is a concise population overview of Karkin as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,338 | 1,724 | 1,614 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 496 | 272 | 224 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 161 | 143 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 116 | 107 |
Literate Population | 2,138 | 1,250 | 888 |
Illiterate Population | 1,200 | 474 | 726 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkin village:
- The total population of Karkin village is around 3,338, including approximately 1,724 males and 1,614 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 496 children aged 0–6 years in Karkin village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkin village has 304 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 223 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkin village is about 64.05%, with male literacy at 72.51% and female literacy at 55.02%.
- There are around 663 households in Karkin village.
Connectivity of Karkin
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkin. As per the 2011 stats, Karkin had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkin
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkin helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkin.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkin
- Where is Karkin located?
- Karkin village is situated in Paithan Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkin?
- Karkin serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkin?
- The pincode of Karkin is 431105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkin as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkin is 3,338, with 1,724 males and 1,614 females.
- How many households are there in Karkin as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkin village has a total of 663 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkin as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkin is 64.05%. The male literacy rate is 72.51%, while the female literacy rate is 55.02%.