Karitalai - Budni, Sehore
Karitalai is a village situated in the Budni tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Budni and around 139 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Gadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karitalai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karitalai is 483506. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.37 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Budni is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Karitalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karitalai
According to the 2011 Census, Karitalai village had a total population of 148 people, including 89 males and 59 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 663 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.95%, with male literacy at 93.83% and female literacy at 63.46%.
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 | 148 | 89 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 76 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 13 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Karitalai
Karitalai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikli | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Richhoda | East | 1.34 km |
| Gadar | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Bans Gehan | South | 1.93 km |
| Khidiya Kurmi | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Chandla Kalan | North | 2.73 km |
| Isharpur | West | 3.17 km |
| Gonda Kheda | South | 3.98 km |
| Hoda | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Sagpur | South-East | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karitalai
Karitalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 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 Budni to Karitalai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Karitalai is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karitalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karitalai 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 Karitalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karitalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karitalai
Where is Karitalai located?
Karitalai village is located in Budni Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karitalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karitalai is Gadar.
What is the pincode of Karitalai?
The pincode of Karitalai is 466446.
What is the population of Karitalai?
Karitalai had a total population of 148, including 89 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Karitalai?
Karitalai had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karitalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karitalai was 81.95%. Male literacy was 93.83% and female literacy was 63.46%.