Karchulha - Barhi, Katni
Karchulha is a village situated in the Barhi tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhi and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Hadarhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karchulha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karchulha is 488310. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.44 hectares and falls under the 483770 pincode. Barhi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karchulha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karchulha
As per Census 2011, Karchulha village has a total population of 494 people, consisting of 256 males and 238 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 411 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karchulha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 494 | 256 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 411 | 214 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 184 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 72 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Karchulha
Karchulha 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 Karchulha
Karchulha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barhi to Karchulha is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Karchulha is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karchulha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karchulha 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 Karchulha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karchulha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karchulha
Where is Karchulha located?
Karchulha village is located in Barhi Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karchulha?
The Gram Panchayat of Karchulha is Hadarhata.
What is the pincode of Karchulha?
The pincode of Karchulha is 483770.
What is the population of Karchulha?
Karchulha has a total population of 494, including 256 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Karchulha?
There are 127 households in Karchulha.
What is the literacy rate in Karchulha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karchulha is 61.94%. Male literacy is 71.88% and female literacy is 51.26%.