Karadkhel - Udgir, Latur
Karadkhel is a village situated in the Udgir tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udgir and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Kardkhel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karadkhel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadkhel is 560953. The village covers a total geographical area of 1203.9 hectares and falls under the 413517 pincode. Udgir is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karadkhel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karadkhel
As per Census 2011, Karadkhel village has a total population of 3,584 people, consisting of 1,870 males and 1,714 females. The village has 664 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 473 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,234 literate and 1,350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,495 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karadkhel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,584 | 1,870 | 1,714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 260 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,495 | 780 | 715 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,234 | 1,284 | 950 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,350 | 586 | 764 |
Nearby Villages of Karadkhel
Karadkhel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waigaon | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Bhakaskheda | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Digras | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Her | North | 4.30 km |
| Lohara | East | 4.57 km |
| Gangapur | South | 4.63 km |
| Kumtha Kh. | North-East | 4.82 km |
| Satala Bk | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Mahadevwadi | South-West | 5.84 km |
| Chighali | South-East | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karadkhel
Public transport in the Karadkhel is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kumtha Khurd, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udgir to Karadkhel is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Karadkhel is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadkhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadkhel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karadkhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadkhel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karadkhel
Where is Karadkhel located?
Karadkhel village is located in Udgir Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadkhel?
The Gram Panchayat of Karadkhel is Kardkhel.
What is the pincode of Karadkhel?
The pincode of Karadkhel is 413517.
What is the population of Karadkhel?
Karadkhel has a total population of 3,584, including 1,870 males and 1,714 females.
How many households are there in Karadkhel?
There are 664 households in Karadkhel.
What is the literacy rate in Karadkhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadkhel is 62.33%. Male literacy is 68.66% and female literacy is 55.43%.