Karrapani - Tamia, Chhindwara
Karrapani is a village situated in the Tamia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamia and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Kareaam Rated serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karrapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karrapani is 493804. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.81 hectares and falls under the 480559 pincode. Neuton Chikhli Kalan is the nearest town.
Karrapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhindwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karrapani
According to the 2011 Census, Karrapani village had a total population of 194 people, including 103 males and 91 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.34%, with male literacy at 91.95% and female literacy at 79.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 194 | 103 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 101 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 80 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 23 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Karrapani
Karrapani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Palanigel Dubba | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Satalba | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Palani Sani | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Sidauli | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Amdhana | South | 3.92 km |
| Gudhichhatri | West | 4.06 km |
| Ghatlinga | West | 4.28 km |
| Bijadhana | East | 4.37 km |
| Jhiran | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Bamhori Kalan | South-West | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karrapani
Karrapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Iklehra, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chhindwara to Karrapani is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karrapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karrapani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karrapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karrapani 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 Karrapani
Where is Karrapani located?
Karrapani village is located in Tamia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karrapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Karrapani is Kareaam Rated.
What is the pincode of Karrapani?
The pincode of Karrapani is 480559.
What is the population of Karrapani?
Karrapani had a total population of 194, including 103 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Karrapani?
Karrapani had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karrapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karrapani was 86.34%. Male literacy was 91.95% and female literacy was 79.73%.