Karua
Karua is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from Shahdol, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Karua village. As per 2009 stats, Karua village is also a gram panchayat.
Karua has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karua is 501412. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.42 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Karua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Karua
Population of Karua
Below is a concise population overview of Karua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,742 | 870 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 128 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 160 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 592 | 285 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 537 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 333 | 445 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karua village:
- The total population of Karua village is around 1,742, including approximately 870 males and 872 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 258 children aged 0–6 years in Karua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karua village has 319 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 592 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karua village is about 55.34%, with male literacy at 61.72% and female literacy at 48.97%.
- There are around 433 households in Karua village.
Connectivity of Karua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karua. As per the 2011 stats, Karua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karua
Knowing the nearby villages of Karua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karua
- Where is Karua located?
- Karua village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karua?
- Karua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karua is 1,742, with 870 males and 872 females.
- How many households are there in Karua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karua village has a total of 433 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karua is 55.34%. The male literacy rate is 61.72%, while the female literacy rate is 48.97%.