Karepura - Lahar, Bhind
Karepura is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Sundarpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karepura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karepura is 453573. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.81 hectares and falls under the 477445 pincode. Lahar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karepura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karepura
According to the 2011 Census, Karepura village had a total population of 350 people, including 186 males and 164 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.48%, with male literacy at 79.05% and female literacy at 63.24%.
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 | 350 | 186 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 117 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 69 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Karepura
Karepura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakora | North | 1.32 km |
| Lahudi | South | 1.87 km |
| Sunderpura | West | 2.22 km |
| Atrauli | East | 2.83 km |
| Sarra | South | 3.34 km |
| Bahadurpura | West | 3.40 km |
| Atarehati | North | 3.46 km |
| Badokhri | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Ruri | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Parawar | South-East | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karepura
Karepura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.0 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 Lahar to Karepura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Karepura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karepura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karepura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karepura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karepura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karepura
Where is Karepura located?
Karepura village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karepura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karepura is Sundarpura.
What is the pincode of Karepura?
The pincode of Karepura is 477445.
What is the population of Karepura?
Karepura had a total population of 350, including 186 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Karepura?
Karepura had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karepura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karepura was 71.48%. Male literacy was 79.05% and female literacy was 63.24%.