Karatwadi
Karatwadi is a village located in Chikhli tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Karatwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Karatwadi 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 Karatwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karatwadi is 529116. The village spans a total geographical area of 297.01 hectares. Chikhli is nearest town to Karatwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karatwadi 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 Karatwadi
Population of Karatwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Karatwadi 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 | 912 | 480 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 61 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 675 | 384 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 96 | 141 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karatwadi village:
- The total population of Karatwadi village is around 912, including approximately 480 males and 432 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Karatwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karatwadi village has 106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Karatwadi village is about 74.01%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 67.36%.
- There are around 228 households in Karatwadi village.
Connectivity of Karatwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karatwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Karatwadi 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 Karatwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Karatwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karatwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karatwadi
- Where is Karatwadi located?
- Karatwadi village is situated in Chikhli Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karatwadi?
- Karatwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karatwadi is 912, with 480 males and 432 females.
- How many households are there in Karatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karatwadi village has a total of 228 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karatwadi is 74.01%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 67.36%.