Karki - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Karki is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Karki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karki is 458131. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.22 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Karki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karki
As per Census 2011, Karki village has a total population of 800 people, consisting of 425 males and 375 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 353 literate and 447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 800 | 425 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 120 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 219 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 206 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Karki
Karki is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karki
Karki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bada Malhera to Karki is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Karki is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karki 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karki
Where is Karki located?
Karki village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karki?
Karki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karki?
The pincode of Karki is 471311.
What is the population of Karki?
Karki has a total population of 800, including 425 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Karki?
There are 150 households in Karki.
What is the literacy rate in Karki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karki is 44.13%. Male literacy is 51.53% and female literacy is 35.73%.