Karegaon
Karegaon is a village located in Lonar tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Lonar (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Karegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Karegaon 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 Karegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karegaon is 529512. The village spans a total geographical area of 576.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 443301. Lonar is nearest town to Karegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karegaon 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 Sindkhed Raja 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 Karegaon
Population of Karegaon
Below is a concise population overview of Karegaon 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 | 1,159 | 588 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 92 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 140 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 836 | 456 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 132 | 191 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karegaon village:
- The total population of Karegaon village is around 1,159, including approximately 588 males and 571 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 164 children aged 0–6 years in Karegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karegaon village has 302 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Karegaon village is about 72.13%, with male literacy at 77.55% and female literacy at 66.55%.
- There are around 266 households in Karegaon village.
Connectivity of Karegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Karegaon 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 Karegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Karegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karegaon
- Where is Karegaon located?
- Karegaon village is situated in Lonar Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karegaon?
- Karegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karegaon?
- The pincode of Karegaon is 443301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karegaon is 1,159, with 588 males and 571 females.
- How many households are there in Karegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karegaon village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karegaon is 72.13%. The male literacy rate is 77.55%, while the female literacy rate is 66.55%.