Karankhed
About Karankhed
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karankhed village is 529134. Karankhed village is located in Chikhli tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Karankhed village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 609.87 hectares. Karankhed has a total population of 968 peoples, out of which male population is 505 while female population is 463. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 916 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karankhed village is 68.90% out of which 77.43% males and 59.61% females are literate. There are about 218 houses in karankhed village.
When it comes to administration, Karankhed village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karankhed village comes under Chikhli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency. Chikhli is nearest town to karankhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Karankhed
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 505 | 463 |
| Children (0-6) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 160 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 667 | 391 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 114 | 187 |
Connectivity of Karankhed
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karankhed
Where is Karankhed located?
Karankhed village is situated in Chikhli Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karankhed?
Karankhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Karankhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karankhed is 968, with 505 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Karankhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karankhed village has a total of 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karankhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karankhed is 68.90%. The male literacy rate is 77.43%, while the female literacy rate is 59.61%.