Karatha - Nowgong, Chhatarpur
Karatha is a village situated in the Nowgong tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nowgong and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Karatha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karatha is 457686. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.2 hectares and falls under the 471111 pincode. Harpalpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karatha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karatha
According to the 2011 Census, Karatha village had a total population of 1,612 people, including 838 males and 774 females, living in 329 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.58%, with male literacy at 70.95% and female literacy at 47.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
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 | 1,612 | 838 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 146 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 491 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 347 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Karatha
Karatha 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 Karatha
Karatha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karatha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harpalpur to Karatha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Karatha is about 49 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 Karatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karatha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karatha 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 Karatha
Where is Karatha located?
Karatha village is located in Nowgong Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karatha?
Karatha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karatha?
The pincode of Karatha is 471111.
What is the population of Karatha?
Karatha had a total population of 1,612, including 838 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Karatha?
Karatha had 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karatha was 59.58%. Male literacy was 70.95% and female literacy was 47.46%.