Karela

Karela is a village 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.

Here you can discover what makes Karela unique in its vibrant Barhi-Katni region. You’ll see Karela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karela is 488316. The village spans a total geographical area of 874.15 hectares. Barhi is nearest town to Karela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vijayraghavgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Karela

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Population of Karela

According to the 2011 Census, Karela has a total population of about 3,741, with approximately 1,917 males and 1,824 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 619 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 892. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.16%, with male literacy at about 66.77% and female literacy near 45.01%. There are around 970 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,741 1,917 1,824
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 619 323 296
Scheduled Castes (SC) 230 124 106
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 892 446 446
Literate Population 2,101 1,280 821
Illiterate Population 1,640 637 1,003

Connectivity of Karela

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karela. As per the 2011 stats, Karela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Karela

Knowing the nearby villages of Karela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karela.

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%.