Karegaon
Karegaon is a village located in Loha tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Loha (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Karegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Karegaon has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karegaon is 545215. The village spans a total geographical area of 764.55 hectares. Loha is nearest town to Karegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karegaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karegaon
Population of Karegaon
Below is a concise population overview of Karegaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,697 | 882 | 815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 128 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 96 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,128 | 673 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 209 | 360 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karegaon village:
- The total population of Karegaon village is around 1,697, including approximately 882 males and 815 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 247 children aged 0–6 years in Karegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karegaon village has 181 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Karegaon village is about 66.47%, with male literacy at 76.30% and female literacy at 55.83%.
- There are around 323 households in Karegaon village.
Connectivity of Karegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Karegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Karegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karegaon
- Where is Karegaon located?
- Karegaon village is situated in Loha Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karegaon?
- Karegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karegaon is 1,697, with 882 males and 815 females.
- How many households are there in Karegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karegaon village has a total of 323 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karegaon is 66.47%. The male literacy rate is 76.30%, while the female literacy rate is 55.83%.