Karkamb
Karkamb is a village located in Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Pandharpur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Karkamb village is also a gram panchayat.
Karkamb has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 Karkamb
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkamb is 562310. The village spans a total geographical area of 6211 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413302. Pandharpur is nearest town to Karkamb village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karkamb 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 Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Solapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karkamb
Population of Karkamb
Below is a concise population overview of Karkamb 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 | 17,456 | 9,073 | 8,383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,243 | 1,193 | 1,050 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,057 | 1,069 | 988 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 179 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 11,783 | 6,673 | 5,110 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,673 | 2,400 | 3,273 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkamb village:
- The total population of Karkamb village is around 17,456, including approximately 9,073 males and 8,383 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,243 children aged 0–6 years in Karkamb village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkamb village has 2,057 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 365 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkamb village is about 67.50%, with male literacy at 73.55% and female literacy at 60.96%.
- There are around 3,309 households in Karkamb village.
Connectivity of Karkamb
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkamb. As per the 2011 stats, Karkamb 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkamb
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkamb helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkamb.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkamb
- Where is Karkamb located?
- Karkamb village is situated in Pandharpur Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkamb?
- Karkamb serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkamb?
- The pincode of Karkamb is 413302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkamb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkamb is 17,456, with 9,073 males and 8,383 females.
- How many households are there in Karkamb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkamb village has a total of 3,309 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkamb as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkamb is 67.50%. The male literacy rate is 73.55%, while the female literacy rate is 60.96%.