Karkamb - Pandharpur, Solapur
Karkamb is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Karkamb village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkamb is 562310. The village covers a total geographical area of 6211 hectares and falls under the 413302 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karkamb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkamb
As per Census 2011, Karkamb village has a total population of 17,456 people, consisting of 9,073 males and 8,383 females. The village has 3,309 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,783 literate and 5,673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,057 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 365 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkamb are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Karkamb
Karkamb 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bardi | East | 5.45 km |
| Tulshi | North-East | 5.93 km |
| Nematwadi | South-West | 5.94 km |
| Jaloli | West | 6.19 km |
| Jadhavwadi | South-East | 6.68 km |
| Badalkot | West | 6.92 km |
| Ghoti | North-West | 7.17 km |
| Bhose | South | 7.23 km |
| Paritewadi | North | 7.69 km |
| Pandharewadi | South-East | 7.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karkamb
Karkamb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Modnimb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Karkamb is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Karkamb is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkamb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karkamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkamb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karkamb
Where is Karkamb located?
Karkamb village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkamb?
Karkamb is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karkamb?
The pincode of Karkamb is 413302.
What is the population of Karkamb?
Karkamb has a total population of 17,456, including 9,073 males and 8,383 females.
How many households are there in Karkamb?
There are 3,309 households in Karkamb.
What is the literacy rate in Karkamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkamb is 67.50%. Male literacy is 73.55% and female literacy is 60.96%.