Karai - Shahgarh, Sagar
Karai is a village situated in the Shahgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahgarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Bagrohi (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karai is 460329. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.73 hectares and falls under the 470339 pincode. Shahgarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karai
As per Census 2011, Karai village has a total population of 512 people, consisting of 292 males and 220 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 753 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 292 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 68 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 169 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 162 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 130 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Karai
Karai 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 Karai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahgarh to Karai is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Karai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karai
Where is Karai located?
Karai village is located in Shahgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karai is Bagrohi (p).
What is the pincode of Karai?
The pincode of Karai is 470339.
What is the population of Karai?
Karai has a total population of 512, including 292 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Karai?
There are 130 households in Karai.
What is the literacy rate in Karai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karai is 48.83%. Male literacy is 55.48% and female literacy is 40.00%.