Karel - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Karel is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Karel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karel is 495369. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.69 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Karel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karel
As per Census 2011, Karel village has a total population of 505 people, consisting of 254 males and 251 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 505 | 254 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 193 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 61 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Karel
Karel 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 Karel
Karel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Karel is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karel
Where is Karel located?
Karel village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karel?
Karel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karel?
The pincode of Karel is 480111.
What is the population of Karel?
Karel has a total population of 505, including 254 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Karel?
There are 112 households in Karel.
What is the literacy rate in Karel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karel is 68.51%. Male literacy is 75.98% and female literacy is 60.96%.