Karkonda - Nawabpet, Mahabubnagar
Karkonda is a village situated in the Nawabpet mandal of Mahabubnagar district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Nawabpet and around 18 km from Mahbubnagar. Karkonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkonda is 575095. The village covers a total geographical area of 802 hectares and falls under the 509340 pincode. Mahbubnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Karkonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karkonda
As per Census 2011, Karkonda village has a total population of 2,666 people, consisting of 1,334 males and 1,332 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,260 literate and 1,406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 478 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,666 | 1,334 | 1,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 192 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 220 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 100 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 1,260 | 749 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,406 | 585 | 821 |
Nearby Villages of Karkonda
Karkonda 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 Karkonda
Karkonda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahbubnagar to Karkonda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karkonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karkonda
Where is Karkonda located?
Karkonda village is located in Nawabpet Mandal, Mahabubnagar district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkonda?
Karkonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karkonda?
The pincode of Karkonda is 509340.
What is the population of Karkonda?
Karkonda has a total population of 2,666, including 1,334 males and 1,332 females.
How many households are there in Karkonda?
There are 506 households in Karkonda.
What is the literacy rate in Karkonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkonda is 47.26%. Male literacy is 56.15% and female literacy is 38.36%.