Karegaon (Bandal) - Kelapur, Yavatmal
Karegaon (Bandal) is a village situated in the Kelapur tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharkaoda and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Karegaon (b) serves as the Village Panchayat for Karegaon (Bandal) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karegaon (Bandal) is 543556. The village covers a total geographical area of 1009.26 hectares and falls under the 445302 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Karegaon (Bandal) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karegaon (Bandal)
According to the 2011 Census, Karegaon (Bandal) village had a total population of 916 people, including 449 males and 467 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.03%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 68.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 715.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 449 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 33 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 715 | 342 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 364 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 85 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Karegaon (Bandal)
Karegaon (Bandal) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karegaon (Bandal)
Karegaon (Bandal) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karegaon (Bandal).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Pandharkaoda to Karegaon (Bandal) is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Karegaon (Bandal) is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karegaon (Bandal)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karegaon (Bandal) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karegaon (Bandal)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karegaon (Bandal) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karegaon (Bandal)
Where is Karegaon (Bandal) located?
Karegaon (Bandal) village is located in Kelapur Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karegaon (Bandal)?
The Village Panchayat of Karegaon (Bandal) is Karegaon (b).
What is the pincode of Karegaon (Bandal)?
The pincode of Karegaon (Bandal) is 445302.
What is the population of Karegaon (Bandal)?
Karegaon (Bandal) had a total population of 916, including 449 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Karegaon (Bandal)?
Karegaon (Bandal) had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karegaon (Bandal)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karegaon (Bandal) was 78.03%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 68.38%.