Karadi - Parola, Jalgaon
Karadi is a village situated in the Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parola and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Karadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadi is 527637. The village covers a total geographical area of 888.02 hectares and falls under the 425111 pincode. Parola is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karadi
According to the 2011 Census, Karadi village had a total population of 1,033 people, including 526 males and 507 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.93%, with male literacy at 84.23% and female literacy at 63.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 255.
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 | 1,033 | 526 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 82 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 125 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 374 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 152 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Karadi
Karadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vasant Wadi | East | 2.04 km |
| Dholi | South | 2.85 km |
| Anchade Tanda | West | 3.27 km |
| Savali | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Babre | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Bole | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Hiwarkhede Kh. | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Nimgul | South | 4.97 km |
| Velhane Kh. | South | 5.12 km |
| Dalwel | North | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karadi. The nearest railway station is Shirud, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| 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 Parola to Karadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Karadi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karadi
Where is Karadi located?
Karadi village is located in Parola Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadi?
Karadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karadi?
The pincode of Karadi is 425111.
What is the population of Karadi?
Karadi had a total population of 1,033, including 526 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Karadi?
Karadi had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadi was 73.93%. Male literacy was 84.23% and female literacy was 63.68%.