Karha

Karha is a village located in Dhatwal tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 37km away from district headquarter Bijhri. Bijhri is the sub-district headquarter of Karha village. As per 2009 stats, Balh Bihal is the gram panchayat of Karha village.

Karha has its own place in the vibrant Hamirpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karha is 017654. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176040. Bhota is nearest town to Karha village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Karha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barsar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karha

Below is a concise population overview of Karha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 253 117 136
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 23 8 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 19 9 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 209 105 104
Illiterate Population 44 12 32

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karha village:

  • The total population of Karha village is around 253, including approximately 117 males and 136 females, with a sex ratio of 1162 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Karha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karha village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karha village is about 82.61%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 76.47%.
  • There are around 49 households in Karha village.

Connectivity of Karha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karha. As per the 2011 stats, Karha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karha

Knowing the nearby villages of Karha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karha

Where is Karha located?
Karha village is situated in Dhatwal Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karha?
The Gram Panchayat of Karha is Balh Bihal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karha?
The pincode of Karha is 176040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karha is 253, with 117 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Karha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karha village has a total of 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karha is 82.61%. The male literacy rate is 89.74%, while the female literacy rate is 76.47%.