Kari Geraj Village Overview
Kari Geraj is a village in Helem tehsil of Sonitpur district, Assam. It lies about 125 km from Tezpur district headquarters. Helem is the tehsil headquarters. As per available records (2009), Nalanibari is the Gram Panchayat for Kari Geraj village.
The sections below provide essential information about Kari Geraj village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kari Geraj is 286997. The village covers a geographical area of 199.74 hectares. Helem is the nearest town.
Location Map of Kari Geraj
Population & Demographics of Kari Geraj
This section provides population and demographic details of Kari Geraj village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 662 | 335 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 211 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 124 | 143 |
Key population details of Kari Geraj village are given below:
- Kari Geraj village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 662, including approximately 335 males and 327 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 21 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 136 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Kari Geraj village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 59.67%.
- There are around 119 households in Kari Geraj village.
Transport & Connectivity of Kari Geraj
Transport facilities help residents of Kari Geraj village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kari Geraj
The following villages are located close to Kari Geraj and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kari Geraj
- Where is Kari Geraj located?
- Kari Geraj village is located in Helem Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kari Geraj?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kari Geraj is Nalanibari (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Kari Geraj?
- Kari Geraj has a total population of 662, including 335 males and 327 females.
- How many households are there in Kari Geraj?
- There are 119 households in Kari Geraj.
- What is the literacy rate in Kari Geraj?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kari Geraj is 59.67%. Male literacy is 62.99% and female literacy is 56.27%.