Karra - Bhander, Datia
Karra is a village situated in the Bhander tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhander and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Noguan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karra is 454860. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.59 hectares and falls under the 475336 pincode. Indergarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karra
As per Census 2011, Karra village has a total population of 966 people, consisting of 511 males and 455 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 511 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 123 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 340 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 171 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Karra
Karra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puranpura | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Rajpura | West | 1.33 km |
| Kherideo | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Syora | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Patan Govind | South | 2.25 km |
| Fatepur | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Nayagaon | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Parsondagoojar | North | 2.85 km |
| Nogawan | West | 3.10 km |
| Udina | South-West | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karra
Karra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Moth, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.2 km.
| 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 Indergarh to Karra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Karra is about 50 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 Karra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karra 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 Karra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karra 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 Karra
Where is Karra located?
Karra village is located in Bhander Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karra?
The Gram Panchayat of Karra is Noguan.
What is the pincode of Karra?
The pincode of Karra is 475336.
What is the population of Karra?
Karra has a total population of 966, including 511 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Karra?
There are 178 households in Karra.
What is the literacy rate in Karra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karra is 57.25%. Male literacy is 66.54% and female literacy is 46.81%.