Karhi - Nagri, Dhamtari
Karhi is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Karahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karhi is 447401. The village covers a total geographical area of 934 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karhi
According to the 2011 Census, Karhi village had a total population of 575 people, including 269 males and 306 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.91%, with male literacy at 89.61% and female literacy at 58.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 534.
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 | 575 | 269 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 534 | 252 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 207 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 62 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Karhi
Karhi 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 Karhi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Nagri to Karhi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Karhi is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karhi
Where is Karhi located?
Karhi village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karhi is Karahi.
What is the pincode of Karhi?
The pincode of Karhi is 493778.
What is the population of Karhi?
Karhi had a total population of 575, including 269 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Karhi?
Karhi had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karhi was 72.91%. Male literacy was 89.61% and female literacy was 58.08%.