Karhiya - Sarath, Deoghar
Karhiya is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarath and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Bochbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karhiya is 354952. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.6 hectares and falls under the 814149 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Karhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Karhiya village had a total population of 645 people, including 336 males and 309 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 81.20% and female literacy at 51.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 645 | 336 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 109 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 216 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 120 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Karhiya
Karhiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tetariya | South | 0.77 km |
| Karmatanr | East | 1.41 km |
| Barabank | West | 1.42 km |
| Manjira | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Baradangal | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Baritol | South | 1.84 km |
| Bochbandh | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Patharda Pahar | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Jiramarni | South | 2.07 km |
| Sura | West | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karhiya
Karhiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Joramow, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Karhiya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karhiya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karhiya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karhiya
Where is Karhiya located?
Karhiya village is located in Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Karhiya is Bochbandh.
What is the pincode of Karhiya?
The pincode of Karhiya is 814149.
What is the population of Karhiya?
Karhiya had a total population of 645, including 336 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Karhiya?
Karhiya had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karhiya was 66.67%. Male literacy was 81.20% and female literacy was 51.01%.