Karad - Danta Ramgarh, Sikar
Karad is a village situated in the Danta Ramgarh tehsil of Sikar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta Ramgarh and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Sikar. Karad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karad is 081912. The village covers a total geographical area of 1371.28 hectares and falls under the 332710 pincode. Kishangarh Renwal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta ramgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karad
As per Census 2011, Karad village has a total population of 3,782 people, consisting of 1,937 males and 1,845 females. The village has 682 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 530 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,465 literate and 1,317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 987 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,782 | 1,937 | 1,845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 281 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 987 | 534 | 453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 2,465 | 1,455 | 1,010 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,317 | 482 | 835 |
Nearby Villages of Karad
Karad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Magra | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Laxmi Pura | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Naya Bas | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Balyawas | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Kalyanpura | North | 3.75 km |
| Takiya | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Ramsinghpura | East | 4.13 km |
| Minda | South | 4.71 km |
| Nausal | West | 4.76 km |
| Deola | South-West | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karad
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Karad. The nearest railway station is Mindha, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishangarh Renwal to Karad is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sikar to Karad is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karad
Where is Karad located?
Karad village is located in Danta Ramgarh Tehsil, Sikar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karad?
Karad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karad?
The pincode of Karad is 332710.
What is the population of Karad?
Karad has a total population of 3,782, including 1,937 males and 1,845 females.
How many households are there in Karad?
There are 682 households in Karad.
What is the literacy rate in Karad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karad is 65.18%. Male literacy is 75.12% and female literacy is 54.74%.