Karkhya

Karkhya is a village located in Shadhora tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Shadhora (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Karkhya village is also a gram panchayat.

Karkhya has its own place in the vibrant Ashoknagar 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 Karkhya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkhya is 500560. The village spans a total geographical area of 539 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Karkhya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Karkhya

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,012 528 484
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 125 53 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 281 144 137
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 41 20 21
Literate Population 629 406 223
Illiterate Population 383 122 261

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

  • The total population of Karkhya village is around 1,012, including approximately 528 males and 484 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 125 children aged 0–6 years in Karkhya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karkhya village has 281 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karkhya village is about 62.15%, with male literacy at 76.89% and female literacy at 46.07%.
  • There are around 194 households in Karkhya village.

Connectivity of Karkhya

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Karkhya

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Karkhya

Where is Karkhya located?
Karkhya village is situated in Shadhora Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkhya?
Karkhya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Karkhya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkhya is 1,012, with 528 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Karkhya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkhya village has a total of 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkhya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkhya is 62.15%. The male literacy rate is 76.89%, while the female literacy rate is 46.07%.