Karrai - Karahal, Sheopur
Karrai is a village situated in the Karahal tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karahal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Piprani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karrai is 451849. The village covers a total geographical area of 2889 hectares and falls under the 476355 pincode. Sheopur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Karrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karrai
According to the 2011 Census, Karrai village had a total population of 694 people, including 351 males and 343 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.95%, with male literacy at 51.97% and female literacy at 40.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 559.
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 | 694 | 351 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 72 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 559 | 287 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 145 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 206 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Karrai
Karrai 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 Karrai
Karrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sheopur to Karrai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karrai
Where is Karrai located?
Karrai village is located in Karahal Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karrai is Piprani.
What is the pincode of Karrai?
The pincode of Karrai is 476355.
What is the population of Karrai?
Karrai had a total population of 694, including 351 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Karrai?
Karrai had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karrai was 45.95%. Male literacy was 51.97% and female literacy was 40.14%.