Karmai - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Karmai is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Kadrana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmai is 500228. The village covers a total geographical area of 901 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Karmai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karmai
As per Census 2011, Karmai village has a total population of 721 people, consisting of 385 males and 336 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 409 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karmai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 385 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 34 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 285 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 100 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Karmai
Karmai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadrana | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Ghosi Dhana | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Chakeri | West | 3.12 km |
| Satpaiya | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Sarsela | South | 3.71 km |
| Dungasara | West | 4.10 km |
| Imaliya Chanderi | North | 4.16 km |
| Naron | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Soter | South-East | 5.49 km |
| Mitha Kheda | South | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karmai
Karmai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Guneru Bamori, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.3 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 Chanderi to Karmai is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Karmai is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karmai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karmai
Where is Karmai located?
Karmai village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmai is Kadrana.
What is the pincode of Karmai?
The pincode of Karmai is 473446.
What is the population of Karmai?
Karmai has a total population of 721, including 385 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Karmai?
There are 166 households in Karmai.
What is the literacy rate in Karmai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmai is 56.73%. Male literacy is 74.03% and female literacy is 36.90%.