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
As per Census 2011, Karri village has a total population of 1,320 people, consisting of 720 males and 600 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 613 literate and 707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 533 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karri are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,320, including 720 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Karri?
There are 313 households in Karri.
What is the literacy rate in Karri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karri is 46.44%. Male literacy is 53.75% and female literacy is 37.67%.