Karar Kheda - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Karar Kheda is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Kararkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karar Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karar Kheda is 456205. The village covers a total geographical area of 1472.08 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karar Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karar Kheda
As per Census 2011, Karar Kheda village has a total population of 3,166 people, consisting of 1,681 males and 1,485 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 518 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,606 literate and 1,560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 582 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 378 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karar Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,166 | 1,681 | 1,485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 270 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 309 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 202 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 1,606 | 1,005 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,560 | 676 | 884 |
Nearby Villages of Karar Kheda
Karar Kheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devgarh | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Manka | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Birauli | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Bilrai | East | 3.04 km |
| Chandu Pahadi | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Pareshwar | North | 3.97 km |
| Kachhaua | South | 4.27 km |
| Dabiya Govind | West | 4.44 km |
| Ghatwara | South-East | 4.90 km |
| Badarkha | North-East | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karar Kheda
Karar Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Burhpura, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| 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 Pichhore to Karar Kheda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Karar Kheda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karar Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karar Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karar Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karar Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karar Kheda
Where is Karar Kheda located?
Karar Kheda village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karar Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karar Kheda is Kararkheda.
What is the pincode of Karar Kheda?
The pincode of Karar Kheda is 473995.
What is the population of Karar Kheda?
Karar Kheda has a total population of 3,166, including 1,681 males and 1,485 females.
How many households are there in Karar Kheda?
There are 640 households in Karar Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Karar Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karar Kheda is 50.73%. Male literacy is 59.79% and female literacy is 40.47%.