Karakwadi - Gandhari, Kamareddy
Karakwadi is a village situated in the Gandhari mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from Gandhari and around 50 km from Nizamabad. Burgul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karakwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karakwadi is 571337. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 503114 pincode. Kamareddy is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Karakwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karakwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Karakwadi village had a total population of 371 people, including 182 males and 189 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.45%, with male literacy at 60.12% and female literacy at 41.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 371 | 182 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 98 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 84 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Karakwadi
Karakwadi 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 Karakwadi
Karakwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamareddy to Karakwadi is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Karakwadi 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 Karakwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karakwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karakwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karakwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karakwadi
Where is Karakwadi located?
Karakwadi village is located in Gandhari Mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karakwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karakwadi is Burgul.
What is the pincode of Karakwadi?
The pincode of Karakwadi is 503114.
What is the population of Karakwadi?
Karakwadi had a total population of 371, including 182 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Karakwadi?
Karakwadi had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karakwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karakwadi was 50.45%. Male literacy was 60.12% and female literacy was 41.38%.