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.
Here you can discover what makes Karkamb unique in its vibrant Pandharpur-Solapur region. You’ll see Karkamb’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Karkamb has a total population of about 17,456, with approximately 9,073 males and 8,383 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,243 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,057 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 365. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.50%, with male literacy at about 73.55% and female literacy near 60.96%. There are around 3,309 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkamb's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.