Karihenar - Garu, Latehar
Karihenar is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garu and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Baresanr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karihenar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karihenar is 367186. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.13 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode.
Karihenar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karihenar
According to the 2011 Census, Karihenar village had a total population of 433 people, including 210 males and 223 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.19%, with male literacy at 69.64% and female literacy at 36.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 424.
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 | 433 | 210 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 42 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 206 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 117 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 93 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Karihenar
Karihenar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Derhganw | South | 2.72 km |
| Baresanr | South | 4.01 km |
| Mayapur | South | 4.33 km |
| Kojram | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Ramseli | South-West | 6.11 km |
| Mangra | South-West | 6.32 km |
| Danrkocha | South | 6.84 km |
| Maromar | East | 7.05 km |
| Surkumi | North-East | 7.15 km |
| Serengdag | North | 7.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karihenar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karihenar. The nearest railway station is Chhipadohar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Karihenar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karihenar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karihenar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karihenar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karihenar 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 Karihenar
Where is Karihenar located?
Karihenar village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karihenar?
The Gram Panchayat of Karihenar is Baresanr.
What is the pincode of Karihenar?
The pincode of Karihenar is 829204.
What is the population of Karihenar?
Karihenar had a total population of 433, including 210 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Karihenar?
Karihenar had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karihenar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karihenar was 53.19%. Male literacy was 69.64% and female literacy was 36.02%.