Karha (42/79) - Bhoranj, Hamirpur
Karha (42/79) is a village situated in the Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh. Karha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karha (42/79) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karha (42/79) is 017901. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.28 hectares and falls under the 176041 pincode. Hamirpur is the nearest town.
Karha (42/79) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karha (42/79)
According to the 2011 Census, Karha (42/79) village had a total population of 389 people, including 184 males and 205 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.39%, with male literacy at 95.81% and female literacy at 83.77%.
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 | 389 | 184 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 160 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Karha (42/79)
Karha (42/79) 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 Karha (42/79)
Karha (42/79) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hamirpur to Karha (42/79) is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karha (42/79)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karha (42/79) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karha (42/79)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karha (42/79) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karha (42/79)
Where is Karha (42/79) located?
Karha (42/79) village is located in Bhoranj Tehsil, Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karha (42/79)?
The Gram Panchayat of Karha (42/79) is Karha.
What is the pincode of Karha (42/79)?
The pincode of Karha (42/79) is 176041.
What is the population of Karha (42/79)?
Karha (42/79) had a total population of 389, including 184 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Karha (42/79)?
Karha (42/79) had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karha (42/79)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karha (42/79) was 89.39%. Male literacy was 95.81% and female literacy was 83.77%.