Karadkhed - Deglur, Nanded
Karadkhed is a village situated in the Deglur tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deglur and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Karadkhed village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadkhed is 545672. The village covers a total geographical area of 773 hectares and falls under the 431718 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Karadkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deglur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karadkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Karadkhed village had a total population of 4,248 people, including 2,132 males and 2,116 females, living in 871 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.60%, with male literacy at 82.75% and female literacy at 64.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 665, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
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 | 4,248 | 2,132 | 2,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 283 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 665 | 329 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 103 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 2,715 | 1,530 | 1,185 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,533 | 602 | 931 |
Nearby Villages of Karadkhed
Karadkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kedarkunta | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Borgaon | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Amdapur | West | 2.78 km |
| Walag | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Gavandgaon | East | 3.31 km |
| Sangvi Karadkhed | North | 3.42 km |
| Mengapur (d) | North | 3.60 km |
| Daregaon | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Pendpalli | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Shivani | South-East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karadkhed
Karadkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udgir, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 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 Deglur to Karadkhed is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Karadkhed is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karadkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karadkhed
Where is Karadkhed located?
Karadkhed village is located in Deglur Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karadkhed?
Karadkhed is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karadkhed?
The pincode of Karadkhed is 431718.
What is the population of Karadkhed?
Karadkhed had a total population of 4,248, including 2,132 males and 2,116 females.
How many households are there in Karadkhed?
Karadkhed had 871 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karadkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadkhed was 73.60%. Male literacy was 82.75% and female literacy was 64.40%.