Karai Khand

Karai Khand is a village located in Churhat tehsil of Sidhi district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Churhat (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Sidhi. As per 2009 stats, Karui Khad is the gram panchayat of Karai Khand village.

Here you can discover what makes Karai Khand unique in its vibrant Churhat-Sidhi region. You’ll see Karai Khand’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karai Khand

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karai Khand is 502552. The village spans a total geographical area of 253.66 hectares. Churhat is nearest town to Karai Khand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karai Khand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Churhat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sidhi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karai Khand

According to the 2011 Census, Karai Khand has a total population of about 1,062, with approximately 553 males and 509 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 72 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 265. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.18%, with male literacy at about 63.47% and female literacy near 46.17%. There are around 161 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karai Khand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,062 553 509
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 163 82 81
Scheduled Castes (SC) 72 38 34
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 265 134 131
Literate Population 586 351 235
Illiterate Population 476 202 274

Connectivity of Karai Khand

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karai Khand. As per the 2011 stats, Karai Khand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karai Khand

Knowing the nearby villages of Karai Khand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karai Khand.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karai Khand

Where is Karai Khand located?
Karai Khand village is situated in Churhat Tehsil, within the Sidhi district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karai Khand?
The Gram Panchayat of Karai Khand is Karui Khad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Karai Khand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karai Khand is 1,062, with 553 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Karai Khand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karai Khand village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karai Khand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karai Khand is 55.18%. The male literacy rate is 63.47%, while the female literacy rate is 46.17%.