Karegaon - Deglur, Nanded
Karegaon is a village situated in the Deglur tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deglur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Karegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karegaon is 545648. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 431717 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Karegaon 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 Karegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Karegaon village had a total population of 715 people, including 364 males and 351 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.72%, with male literacy at 85.14% and female literacy at 63.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 330.
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 | 715 | 364 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 165 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 275 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 89 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Karegaon
Karegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkapur | North | 1.11 km |
| Mailapur (d) | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Achegaon | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Lingankerur | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Shiv Achegaon | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Chakur | West | 2.91 km |
| Degaon Bk. | North | 2.96 km |
| Ballur | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Dhosni | West | 3.34 km |
| Bhayegaon | North-West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karegaon
Karegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bodhan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 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 Karegaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Karegaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karegaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karegaon
Where is Karegaon located?
Karegaon village is located in Deglur Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karegaon?
Karegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karegaon?
The pincode of Karegaon is 431717.
What is the population of Karegaon?
Karegaon had a total population of 715, including 364 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Karegaon?
Karegaon had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karegaon was 74.72%. Male literacy was 85.14% and female literacy was 63.73%.