Karela Garh - Khairagarh, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Karela Garh is a village situated in the Khairagarh tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from Khairagarh and around 72 km from Rajnandgaon. Nawagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karela Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karela Garh is 440302. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.71 hectares and falls under the 491881 pincode. Khairagarh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karela Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karela Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Karela Garh village had a total population of 306 people, including 145 males and 161 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.43%, with male literacy at 76.38% and female literacy at 51.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 304.
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 | 306 | 145 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 144 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 97 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 48 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Karela Garh
Karela Garh 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 Karela Garh
Karela Garh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khairagarh to Karela Garh is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Karela Garh is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karela Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karela Garh 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 Karela Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karela Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karela Garh
Where is Karela Garh located?
Karela Garh village is located in Khairagarh Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karela Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Karela Garh is Nawagaon.
What is the pincode of Karela Garh?
The pincode of Karela Garh is 491881.
What is the population of Karela Garh?
Karela Garh had a total population of 306, including 145 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Karela Garh?
Karela Garh had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karela Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karela Garh was 63.43%. Male literacy was 76.38% and female literacy was 51.77%.