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 Village 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.
According to the 2011 Census, Karegaon Bk. village had a total population of 1,250 people, including 678 males and 572 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.33%, with male literacy at 86.99% and female literacy at 70.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 356, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Karegaon Bk.?
The Village 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. had a total population of 1,250, including 678 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Karegaon Bk.?
Karegaon Bk. had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karegaon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karegaon Bk. was 79.33%. Male literacy was 86.99% and female literacy was 70.60%.