Carag Carag

VIC 3623 • Victoria

61
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
58.24 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandHistoricAgricultural

About Carag Carag

Carag Carag is a small rural locality in northern Victoria, situated approximately 250 kilometres north of Melbourne near the town of Rushworth in the Campaspe Shire. The locality covers around 58 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 61 residents at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by box-ironbark woodland and open farmland typical of the central Victorian drylands region.

Rushworth, approximately 15 kilometres to the north-west, is a charming goldfields heritage town providing a general store, hotel, school, and community facilities. The surrounding Rushworth State Forest and box-ironbark woodlands are popular for gold prospecting, mountain biking, and nature walks. Shepparton, roughly 50 kilometres to the north, offers comprehensive regional services. A car is essential as no public transport serves the locality.

Carag Carag falls under postcode 3623 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3623
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.46°, 144.98°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
58.24 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rushworth
15 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
250 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Seymour or Shepparton for V/Line connections
By Car (Peak)
3–3.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5–3 hours

🛣️ Midland Highway and Hume Freeway provide road access; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a car is required for all errands to Rushworth or Shepparton.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
61
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carag Carag known for? +

Carag Carag is a rural locality near Rushworth in central Victoria, known for its box-ironbark woodland country, goldfields heritage, and the nearby Rushworth State Forest popular for prospecting and cycling.

How far is Carag Carag from Melbourne CBD? +

Carag Carag is approximately 250 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, around 2.5 to 3.5 hours by road.

Does Carag Carag have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Carag Carag. The nearest V/Line connections are at Shepparton (about 50 km north) and Seymour, with a car required for local travel.

What is the population of Carag Carag? +

According to the 2021 Census, Carag Carag has a population of approximately 61 residents, a very small rural locality in the Campaspe Shire.

Is Carag Carag a good place to live? +

Carag Carag suits those seeking a quiet lifestyle in central Victoria's goldfields country, with Rushworth's heritage charm nearby and Shepparton's regional services within a reasonable drive.

What is the postcode for Carag Carag? +

The postcode for Carag Carag, VIC is 3623.