Karigadahari Mal. - Shahpura, Dindori
Karigadahari Mal. is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Karigadahari Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karigadahari Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karigadahari Mal. is 491690. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.8 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Karigadahari Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karigadahari Mal.
According to the 2011 Census, Karigadahari Mal. village had a total population of 713 people, including 364 males and 349 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.65%, with male literacy at 63.67% and female literacy at 45.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 690.
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 | 713 | 364 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 53 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 690 | 352 | 338 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 198 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 166 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Karigadahari Mal.
Karigadahari Mal. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gutli Mal. | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Chanti Mal.(dhangaon) | South | 1.65 km |
| Dundi Sarai | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Patharkata (patharkata) | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Chandwahi | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Pindrai Ryt.(maneri) | South | 3.35 km |
| Ghundi Sarai Mal. | East | 3.88 km |
| Mohra Khurd | North | 4.18 km |
| Tikra Sarai Alias Basa | West | 4.33 km |
| Kanchanpur Ryt. | North-East | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karigadahari Mal.
Karigadahari Mal. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nowrozabad, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.1 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 Shahpura to Karigadahari Mal. is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Karigadahari Mal. is about 62 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 Karigadahari Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karigadahari Mal. 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 Karigadahari Mal.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karigadahari Mal. 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 Karigadahari Mal.
Where is Karigadahari Mal. located?
Karigadahari Mal. village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karigadahari Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Karigadahari Mal. is Karigadahari Mal.
What is the pincode of Karigadahari Mal.?
The pincode of Karigadahari Mal. is 481990.
What is the population of Karigadahari Mal.?
Karigadahari Mal. had a total population of 713, including 364 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Karigadahari Mal.?
Karigadahari Mal. had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karigadahari Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karigadahari Mal. was 54.65%. Male literacy was 63.67% and female literacy was 45.02%.