Karankondi - Jiwati, Chandrapur
Karankondi is a village situated in the Jiwati tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jiwati and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Kodepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karankondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karankondi is 541669. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.18 hectares and falls under the 442908 pincode. Rajura is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Karankondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karankondi
As per Census 2011, Karankondi village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 281 males and 239 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karankondi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 281 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 49 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 202 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 79 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Karankondi
Karankondi 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 Karankondi
Public transport in the Karankondi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajura to Karankondi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Karankondi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karankondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karankondi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karankondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karankondi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karankondi
Where is Karankondi located?
Karankondi village is located in Jiwati Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karankondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karankondi is Kodepur.
What is the pincode of Karankondi?
The pincode of Karankondi is 442908.
What is the population of Karankondi?
Karankondi has a total population of 520, including 281 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Karankondi?
There are 128 households in Karankondi.
What is the literacy rate in Karankondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karankondi is 61.73%. Male literacy is 71.89% and female literacy is 49.79%.