Kargaon
Kargaon is a village located in Chalisgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chalisgaon (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Kargaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kargaon unique in its vibrant Chalisgaon-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Kargaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kargaon is 527802. The village spans a total geographical area of 1627 hectares. Chalisgaon is nearest town to Kargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kargaon
Population of Kargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kargaon has a total population of about 1,984, with approximately 1,046 males and 938 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 268 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 246 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 86. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.52%, with male literacy at about 72.28% and female literacy near 58.00%. There are around 468 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kargaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,984 | 1,046 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 141 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 130 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,300 | 756 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 290 | 394 |
Connectivity of Kargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kargaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kargaon
- Where is Kargaon located?
- Kargaon village is situated in Chalisgaon Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kargaon?
- Kargaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kargaon is 1,984, with 1,046 males and 938 females.
- How many households are there in Kargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kargaon village has a total of 468 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kargaon is 65.52%. The male literacy rate is 72.28%, while the female literacy rate is 58.00%.