Karda - Risod, Washim
Karda is a village situated in the Risod tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Risod and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Karda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karda is 531298. The village covers a total geographical area of 1215.4 hectares and falls under the 444506 pincode. Risod is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karda
As per Census 2011, Karda village has a total population of 2,115 people, consisting of 1,145 males and 970 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,563 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,115 | 1,145 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 141 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 188 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,563 | 921 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 224 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Karda
Karda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadki Sadar | East | 2.45 km |
| Tandulwadi | North | 2.83 km |
| Mothegaon | West | 3.00 km |
| Bibkhed | South | 3.78 km |
| Palaskhed | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Bhapur | North-West | 4.71 km |
| Dhodap Kh. | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Degaon | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Gobhani. | North | 4.94 km |
| Sarapkhed | West | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karda
Public transport in the Karda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kekatumar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Risod to Karda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Karda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karda
Where is Karda located?
Karda village is located in Risod Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karda?
Karda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karda?
The pincode of Karda is 444506.
What is the population of Karda?
Karda has a total population of 2,115, including 1,145 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Karda?
There are 444 households in Karda.
What is the literacy rate in Karda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karda is 73.90%. Male literacy is 80.44% and female literacy is 66.19%.