Karela
About Karela
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karela village is 488316. Karela village is located in Barhi tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Barhi (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Karela village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 874.15 hectares. Karela has a total population of 3,741 peoples, out of which male population is 1,917 while female population is 1,824. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 951 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karela village is 56.16% out of which 66.77% males and 45.01% females are literate. There are about 970 houses in karela village.
When it comes to administration, Karela village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karela village comes under Vijayraghavgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency. Barhi is nearest town to karela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Karela
The population details of Karela cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,741 | 1,917 | 1,824 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 619 | 323 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 230 | 124 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 892 | 446 | 446 |
| Literate Population | 2,101 | 1,280 | 821 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,640 | 637 | 1,003 |
Connectivity of Karela
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karela
Where is Karela located?
Karela village is situated in Barhi Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karela?
Karela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Karela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karela is 3,741, with 1,917 males and 1,824 females.
How many households are there in Karela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karela village has a total of 970 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karela is 56.16%. The male literacy rate is 66.77%, while the female literacy rate is 45.01%.