Karri - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Karri is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Karri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karri is 458159. The village covers a total geographical area of 2042.61 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Karri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karri
According to the 2011 Census, Karri village had a total population of 1,320 people, including 720 males and 600 females, living in 313 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.44%, with male literacy at 62.82% and female literacy at 44.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 533, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 1,320 | 720 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 104 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 300 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 87 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 387 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 333 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Karri
Karri 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 Karri
Karri 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 Karri is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Karri is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karri 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 Karri
Where is Karri located?
Karri village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karri?
Karri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karri?
The pincode of Karri is 471311.
What is the population of Karri?
Karri had a total population of 1,320, including 720 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Karri?
Karri had 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karri was 54.44%. Male literacy was 62.82% and female literacy was 44.31%.