Karkala
Karkala is a village located in Umri tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Peth Umri (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Karkala village is also a gram panchayat.
Karkala 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 Karkala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkala is 544949. The village spans a total geographical area of 173 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431807. Peth Umri is nearest town to Karkala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karkala 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 Naigaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karkala
Population of Karkala
Below is a concise population overview of Karkala 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 | 574 | 289 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 73 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 240 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 49 | 85 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkala village:
- The total population of Karkala village is around 574, including approximately 289 males and 285 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Karkala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkala village has 157 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkala village is about 76.66%, with male literacy at 83.04% and female literacy at 70.18%.
- There are around 113 households in Karkala village.
Connectivity of Karkala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkala. As per the 2011 stats, Karkala 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkala
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkala
- Where is Karkala located?
- Karkala village is situated in Umri Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkala?
- Karkala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkala?
- The pincode of Karkala is 431807, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkala is 574, with 289 males and 285 females.
- How many households are there in Karkala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkala village has a total of 113 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkala is 76.66%. The male literacy rate is 83.04%, while the female literacy rate is 70.18%.