Kariya Kheda - Jabera, Damoh
Kariya Kheda is a village situated in the Jabera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jabera and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Kusmimangarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kariya Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kariya Kheda is 462690. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.11 hectares and falls under the 470881 pincode. Jabera is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kariya Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kariya Kheda
According to the 2011 Census, Kariya Kheda village had a total population of 303 people, including 142 males and 161 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,134 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.41%, with male literacy at 89.76% and female literacy at 67.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 166.
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 | 303 | 142 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 15 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 77 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 114 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 28 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Kariya Kheda
Kariya Kheda 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 Kariya Kheda
Kariya Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jabera to Kariya Kheda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Kariya Kheda is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kariya Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kariya Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kariya Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kariya Kheda 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 Kariya Kheda
Where is Kariya Kheda located?
Kariya Kheda village is located in Jabera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kariya Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kariya Kheda is Kusmimangarh.
What is the pincode of Kariya Kheda?
The pincode of Kariya Kheda is 470881.
What is the population of Kariya Kheda?
Kariya Kheda had a total population of 303, including 142 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Kariya Kheda?
Kariya Kheda had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kariya Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kariya Kheda was 78.41%. Male literacy was 89.76% and female literacy was 67.88%.