Karahi - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Karahi is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khargone.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karahi is 477018. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.05 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karahi is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Karahi
According to the 2011 Census, Karahi village had a total population of 5,807 people, including 2,924 males and 2,883 females, living in 1,235 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.19%, with male literacy at 89.01% and female literacy at 73.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,051, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 513.
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 | 5,807 | 2,924 | 2,883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 693 | 348 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,051 | 549 | 502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 242 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 4,152 | 2,293 | 1,859 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,655 | 631 | 1,024 |
Nearby Villages of Karahi
Karahi 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 Karahi
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Karahi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Karahi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Karahi
Where is Karahi located?
Karahi village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Karahi?
The pincode of Karahi is 451224.
What is the population of Karahi?
Karahi had a total population of 5,807, including 2,924 males and 2,883 females.
How many households are there in Karahi?
Karahi had 1,235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karahi was 81.19%. Male literacy was 89.01% and female literacy was 73.25%.