Karhi
Karhi is a village located in Jaijaipur tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Jaijaipur (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Karhi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karhi unique in its vibrant Jaijaipur-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Karhi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karhi is 437408. The village spans a total geographical area of 743.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495661. Jaijaipur is nearest town to Karhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Karhi
Population of Karhi
According to the 2011 Census, Karhi has a total population of about 2,482, with approximately 1,285 males and 1,197 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 363 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,022 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 29. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.93%, with male literacy at about 72.76% and female literacy near 50.29%. There are around 563 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,482 | 1,285 | 1,197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 180 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,022 | 526 | 496 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,537 | 935 | 602 |
| Illiterate Population | 945 | 350 | 595 |
Connectivity of Karhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karhi. As per the 2011 stats, Karhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Karhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karhi
- Where is Karhi located?
- Karhi village is situated in Jaijaipur Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karhi?
- Karhi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karhi?
- The pincode of Karhi is 495661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karhi is 2,482, with 1,285 males and 1,197 females.
- How many households are there in Karhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karhi village has a total of 563 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karhi is 61.93%. The male literacy rate is 72.76%, while the female literacy rate is 50.29%.