Karhi - Bhagwanpura, Khargone (West Nimar)
Karhi is a village situated in the Bhagwanpura tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpura and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Karhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karhi is 477762. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.93 hectares and falls under the 451220 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town.
Karhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karhi
According to the 2011 Census, Karhi village had a total population of 1,386 people, including 653 males and 733 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.94%, with male literacy at 28.84% and female literacy at 27.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,384.
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 | 1,386 | 653 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 171 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,384 | 652 | 732 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 139 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,103 | 514 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Karhi
Karhi 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 Karhi
Karhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khargone to Karhi is about 31 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 Karhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karhi
Where is Karhi located?
Karhi village is located in Bhagwanpura Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karhi?
Karhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karhi?
The pincode of Karhi is 451220.
What is the population of Karhi?
Karhi had a total population of 1,386, including 653 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Karhi?
Karhi had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karhi was 27.94%. Male literacy was 28.84% and female literacy was 27.12%.