Karegaon Bk. - Khamgaon, Buldhana
Karegaon Bk. is a village situated in the Khamgaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from Khamgaon and around 74 km from Buldana. Karegaon Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karegaon Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karegaon Bk. is 528881. The village covers a total geographical area of 761 hectares and falls under the 444303 pincode. Balapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karegaon Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karegaon Bk.
As per Census 2011, Karegaon Bk. village has a total population of 1,250 people, consisting of 678 males and 572 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 848 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karegaon Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,250 | 678 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 109 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 194 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 848 | 495 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 183 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Karegaon Bk.
Karegaon Bk. is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karegaon Bk.
Public transport in the Karegaon Bk. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balapur to Karegaon Bk. is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Karegaon Bk. is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karegaon Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karegaon Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karegaon Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karegaon Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karegaon Bk.
Where is Karegaon Bk. located?
Karegaon Bk. village is located in Khamgaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karegaon Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Karegaon Bk. is Karegaon Bk.
What is the pincode of Karegaon Bk.?
The pincode of Karegaon Bk. is 444303.
What is the population of Karegaon Bk.?
Karegaon Bk. has a total population of 1,250, including 678 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Karegaon Bk.?
There are 279 households in Karegaon Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Karegaon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karegaon Bk. is 67.84%. Male literacy is 73.01% and female literacy is 61.71%.