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.
Karai Khand has its own place in the vibrant Sidhi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
Google Map of Karai Khand
Population of Karai Khand
Below is a concise population overview of Karai Khand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karai Khand village:
- The total population of Karai Khand village is around 1,062, including approximately 553 males and 509 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 163 children aged 0–6 years in Karai Khand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karai Khand village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 265 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karai Khand village is about 55.18%, with male literacy at 63.47% and female literacy at 46.17%.
- There are around 161 households in Karai Khand village.
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%.