Kareli Kalan - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Kareli Kalan is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Kareli Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kareli Kalan is 490549. The village covers a total geographical area of 651.84 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kareli Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kareli Kalan
As per Census 2011, Kareli Kalan village has a total population of 1,899 people, consisting of 1,002 males and 897 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,268 literate and 631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kareli Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,899 | 1,002 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 128 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 210 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 767 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 235 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Kareli Kalan
Kareli Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kareli Khurd | North | 1.46 km |
| Gangai Khurd | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Raikheda | East | 2.08 km |
| Noni | South | 2.50 km |
| Gangai Kalan | West | 2.75 km |
| Chandli | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Kushli (mankendi) | North | 3.44 km |
| Sunachar | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Rimjha | South | 4.53 km |
| Piparpani | South | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kareli Kalan
Kareli Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Kareli Kalan is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Kareli Kalan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kareli Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kareli Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kareli Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kareli Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kareli Kalan
Where is Kareli Kalan located?
Kareli Kalan village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kareli Kalan?
Kareli Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kareli Kalan?
The pincode of Kareli Kalan is 487118.
What is the population of Kareli Kalan?
Kareli Kalan has a total population of 1,899, including 1,002 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Kareli Kalan?
There are 500 households in Kareli Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Kareli Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kareli Kalan is 66.77%. Male literacy is 76.55% and female literacy is 55.85%.