Karju - Moman Badodiya, Shajapur
Karju is a village situated in the Moman Badodiya tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moman Badodiya and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Karju village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karju is 472919. The village covers a total geographical area of 2715.37 hectares and falls under the 465226 pincode. Sarangpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Karju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karju
As per Census 2011, Karju village has a total population of 5,134 people, consisting of 2,656 males and 2,478 females. The village has 963 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 760 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,791 literate and 2,343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 639 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,134 | 2,656 | 2,478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 760 | 367 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,240 | 668 | 572 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 639 | 318 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 2,791 | 1,805 | 986 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,343 | 851 | 1,492 |
Nearby Villages of Karju
Karju 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunar Khedi | South | 2.51 km |
| Sirsodiya | West | 3.76 km |
| Mandoda | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Chousla Karju | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Biaora Mandu | East | 4.03 km |
| Gadra Khedi | South | 4.20 km |
| Jaswada | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Dhenka | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Ramal Khedi | South | 5.15 km |
| Chodalya | South-East | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karju
Karju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sarangpur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sarangpur to Karju is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Karju is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karju
Where is Karju located?
Karju village is located in Moman Badodiya Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karju?
Karju is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karju?
The pincode of Karju is 465226.
What is the population of Karju?
Karju has a total population of 5,134, including 2,656 males and 2,478 females.
How many households are there in Karju?
There are 963 households in Karju.
What is the literacy rate in Karju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karju is 54.36%. Male literacy is 67.96% and female literacy is 39.79%.