Karankhed
Karankhed is a village 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.
Karankhed has its own place in the vibrant Buldana 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 Karankhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karankhed is 529134. The village spans a total geographical area of 609.87 hectares. Chikhli is nearest town to Karankhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karankhed 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 Chikhli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karankhed
Population of Karankhed
Below is a concise population overview of Karankhed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 505 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karankhed village:
- The total population of Karankhed village is around 968, including approximately 505 males and 463 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Karankhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karankhed village has 326 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karankhed village is about 68.90%, with male literacy at 77.43% and female literacy at 59.61%.
- There are around 218 households in Karankhed village.
Connectivity of Karankhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karankhed. As per the 2011 stats, Karankhed had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Karankhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Karankhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karankhed.
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%.