Karri - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Karri is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Kadwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karri is 458373. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.99 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 40 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 347 people, including 164 males and 183 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.76%, with male literacy at 48.89% and female literacy at 37.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 346.
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 | 347 | 164 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 163 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 66 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 98 | 128 |
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 Bijawar to Karri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Karri is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karri
Where is Karri located?
Karri village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karri?
The Gram Panchayat of Karri is Kadwara.
What is the pincode of Karri?
The pincode of Karri is 471405.
What is the population of Karri?
Karri had a total population of 347, including 164 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Karri?
Karri had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karri was 42.76%. Male literacy was 48.89% and female literacy was 37.16%.