Karegaon - Pitlam, Kamareddy
Karegaon is a village situated in the Pitlam mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Pitlam and around 85 km from Nizamabad. Karegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karegaon is 571406. The village covers a total geographical area of 516 hectares and falls under the 503310 pincode. Bodhan is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Karegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karegaon
As per Census 2011, Karegaon village has a total population of 1,509 people, consisting of 737 males and 772 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 595 literate and 914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 463 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 359 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,509 | 737 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 93 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 214 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 194 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 595 | 357 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 380 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Karegaon
Karegaon 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
Karegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodhan to Karegaon is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Karegaon 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karegaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karegaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karegaon
Where is Karegaon located?
Karegaon village is located in Pitlam Mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karegaon?
Karegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karegaon?
The pincode of Karegaon is 503310.
What is the population of Karegaon?
Karegaon has a total population of 1,509, including 737 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Karegaon?
There are 347 households in Karegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Karegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karegaon is 39.43%. Male literacy is 48.44% and female literacy is 30.83%.