Karaha - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Karaha is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pehowa and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Karah Sahib serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaha is 058410. The village covers a total geographical area of 957 hectares and falls under the 136128 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Karaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaha
According to the 2011 Census, Karaha village had a total population of 2,467 people, including 1,294 males and 1,173 females, living in 482 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.32%, with male literacy at 78.55% and female literacy at 61.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 2,467 | 1,294 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 175 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,521 | 879 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 946 | 415 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Karaha
Karaha 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 Karaha
Karaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Karaha is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karaha
Where is Karaha located?
Karaha village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaha is Karah Sahib.
What is the pincode of Karaha?
The pincode of Karaha is 136128.
What is the population of Karaha?
Karaha had a total population of 2,467, including 1,294 males and 1,173 females.
How many households are there in Karaha?
Karaha had 482 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaha was 70.32%. Male literacy was 78.55% and female literacy was 61.49%.