Karahi [Karai] - Ghatigaon, Gwalior
Karahi [Karai] is a village situated in the Ghatigaon tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 56 km from Gwalior and around 36 km from Gwalior. Karahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karahi [Karai] village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karahi [Karai] is 453740. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.5 hectares and falls under the 475330 pincode. Gwalior is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Karahi [Karai] village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karahi [Karai]
As per Census 2011, Karahi [Karai] village has a total population of 1,923 people, consisting of 1,059 males and 864 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 815 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,073 literate and 850 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 733 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karahi [Karai] are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,923 | 1,059 | 864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 205 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 92 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 733 | 399 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 711 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 348 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Karahi [Karai]
Karahi [Karai] 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Obra | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Banhera | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Barahana | East | 4.91 km |
| Bhakarra | North | 4.95 km |
| Sekri | South-East | 5.26 km |
| Domtorkhalsa | North-East | 5.35 km |
| Tadhai | East | 5.93 km |
| Sankua | South | 5.96 km |
| Pahi Aron | North-East | 6.44 km |
| Samrai | North-East | 6.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karahi [Karai]
Karahi [Karai] is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Renhat, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gwalior to Karahi [Karai] is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Karahi [Karai] is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karahi [Karai]
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karahi [Karai] village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karahi [Karai]
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karahi [Karai] village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karahi [Karai]
Where is Karahi [Karai] located?
Karahi [Karai] village is located in Ghatigaon Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karahi [Karai]?
The Gram Panchayat of Karahi [Karai] is Karahi.
What is the pincode of Karahi [Karai]?
The pincode of Karahi [Karai] is 475330.
What is the population of Karahi [Karai]?
Karahi [Karai] has a total population of 1,923, including 1,059 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Karahi [Karai]?
There are 398 households in Karahi [Karai].
What is the literacy rate in Karahi [Karai]?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karahi [Karai] is 55.80%. Male literacy is 67.14% and female literacy is 41.90%.