Karthua

Karthua is a village located in Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Chitrangi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Singrauli. As per 2009 stats, Karthua village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Karthua unique in its vibrant Chitrangi-Singrauli region. You’ll see Karthua’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 Karthua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karthua is 503535. The village spans a total geographical area of 542.22 hectares. Singrauli is nearest town to Karthua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karthua 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 Chitrangi 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 Karthua

According to the 2011 Census, Karthua has a total population of about 2,461, with approximately 1,274 males and 1,187 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 421 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 247 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 555. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.21%, with male literacy at about 65.54% and female literacy near 48.27%. There are around 565 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karthua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,461 1,274 1,187
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 421 219 202
Scheduled Castes (SC) 247 126 121
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 555 285 270
Literate Population 1,408 835 573
Illiterate Population 1,053 439 614

Connectivity of Karthua

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

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

Nearby Villages of Karthua

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Karthua

Where is Karthua located?

Karthua village is situated in Chitrangi Tehsil, within the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Karthua?

Karthua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the population of Karthua as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karthua is 2,461, with 1,274 males and 1,187 females.

How many households are there in Karthua as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Karthua village has a total of 565 households.

What is the literacy rate in Karthua as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karthua is 57.21%. The male literacy rate is 65.54%, while the female literacy rate is 48.27%.