Karehri - Balh, Mandi
Karehri is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Mandi. Soyera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karehri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karehri is 014618. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.55 hectares and falls under the 175008 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Karehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karehri
As per Census 2011, Karehri village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 241 males and 224 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karehri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 241 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 207 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 34 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Karehri
Karehri 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 Karehri
Karehri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Karehri is about 19 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 Karehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karehri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karehri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karehri
Where is Karehri located?
Karehri village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karehri?
The Gram Panchayat of Karehri is Soyera.
What is the pincode of Karehri?
The pincode of Karehri is 175008.
What is the population of Karehri?
Karehri has a total population of 465, including 241 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Karehri?
There are 95 households in Karehri.
What is the literacy rate in Karehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karehri is 77.63%. Male literacy is 85.89% and female literacy is 68.75%.