Abas - Karera, Shivpuri
Abas is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Aawas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abas is 455712. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.85 hectares and falls under the 473665 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Abas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abas
As per Census 2011, Abas village has a total population of 1,028 people, consisting of 541 males and 487 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 596 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,028 | 541 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 80 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 85 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 378 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 163 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Abas
Abas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sewdi Khurd | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Algi | North | 2.34 km |
| Badarkha | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Dinara | West | 3.36 km |
| Dabardehi | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Chandawara | West | 3.88 km |
| Ambari | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Bachhauni | South | 5.02 km |
| Sahriya | South-West | 5.45 km |
| Dagarwaha | East | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Abas
Abas is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karari, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karera to Abas is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Abas is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Abas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abas 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Abas
Where is Abas located?
Abas village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abas?
The Gram Panchayat of Abas is Aawas.
What is the pincode of Abas?
The pincode of Abas is 473665.
What is the population of Abas?
Abas has a total population of 1,028, including 541 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Abas?
There are 195 households in Abas.
What is the literacy rate in Abas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abas is 57.98%. Male literacy is 69.87% and female literacy is 44.76%.