Karegaon - Dharmabad, Nanded
Karegaon is a village situated in the Dharmabad tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharmabad and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Karegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karegaon is 544973. The village covers a total geographical area of 573 hectares and falls under the 431808 pincode. Dharmabad is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Naigaon 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 1,408 people, including 713 males and 695 females, living in 260 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.57%, with male literacy at 87.26% and female literacy at 65.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 381.
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 | 1,408 | 713 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 93 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 191 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 541 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 172 | 285 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haregaon | East | 2.04 km |
| Waghalwada | North | 2.40 km |
| Shingnapur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Kawalguda Bk. | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Belgujari | East | 3.09 km |
| Pimpalgaon | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Golegaon | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Atala | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Hassa | West | 3.71 km |
| Karkala | North-West | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karegaon
Public transport in the Karegaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karkheli, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 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 Dharmabad to Karegaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Karegaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karegaon
Where is Karegaon located?
Karegaon village is located in Dharmabad 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 431808.
What is the population of Karegaon?
Karegaon had a total population of 1,408, including 713 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Karegaon?
Karegaon had 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karegaon was 76.57%. Male literacy was 87.26% and female literacy was 65.92%.