Karkal
Karkal is a village located in Solapur South tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from Solapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Karkal village. As per 2009 stats, Karkal village is also a gram panchayat.
Karkal 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 Karkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkal is 562760. The village spans a total geographical area of 926 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413221. Solapur is nearest town to Karkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Karkal
Below is a concise population overview of Karkal 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 | 2,344 | 1,213 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 160 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 134 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 110 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 1,390 | 845 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 954 | 368 | 586 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkal village:
- The total population of Karkal village is around 2,344, including approximately 1,213 males and 1,131 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 330 children aged 0–6 years in Karkal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkal village has 276 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 213 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkal village is about 59.30%, with male literacy at 69.66% and female literacy at 48.19%.
- There are around 446 households in Karkal village.
Connectivity of Karkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkal. As per the 2011 stats, Karkal 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 Karkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkal
- Where is Karkal located?
- Karkal village is situated in Solapur South Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkal?
- Karkal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkal?
- The pincode of Karkal is 413221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkal is 2,344, with 1,213 males and 1,131 females.
- How many households are there in Karkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkal village has a total of 446 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkal is 59.30%. The male literacy rate is 69.66%, while the female literacy rate is 48.19%.