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
According to the 2011 Census, Karegaon village had a total population of 1,509 people, including 737 males and 772 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.54%, with male literacy at 55.43% and female literacy at 34.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 463, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 359.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,509, including 737 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Karegaon?
Karegaon had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karegaon was 44.54%. Male literacy was 55.43% and female literacy was 34.39%.