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.
Karthua has its own place in the vibrant Singrauli 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 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.
Google Map of Karthua
Population of Karthua
Below is a concise population overview of Karthua 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karthua village:
- The total population of Karthua village is around 2,461, including approximately 1,274 males and 1,187 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 421 children aged 0–6 years in Karthua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karthua village has 247 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 555 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karthua village is about 57.21%, with male literacy at 65.54% and female literacy at 48.27%.
- There are around 565 households in Karthua village.
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%.