Karthua - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Karthua is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Karthua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karthua is 503535. The village covers a total geographical area of 542.22 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Karthua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karthua
According to the 2011 Census, Karthua village had a total population of 2,461 people, including 1,274 males and 1,187 females, living in 565 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.02%, with male literacy at 79.15% and female literacy at 58.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 555.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Karthua
Karthua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharra | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Khamhariya Khurd | South | 2.76 km |
| Jhokho | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Parai | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Redi | East | 4.61 km |
| Sihuliya | North | 5.05 km |
| Dol | West | 5.43 km |
| Basahi | North-East | 5.70 km |
| Bahri | North-West | 5.85 km |
| Kursa | South | 6.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karthua
Karthua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Karthua is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karthua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karthua 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 Karthua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karthua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karthua
Where is Karthua located?
Karthua village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karthua?
Karthua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karthua?
The pincode of Karthua is 486882.
What is the population of Karthua?
Karthua had a total population of 2,461, including 1,274 males and 1,187 females.
How many households are there in Karthua?
Karthua had 565 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karthua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karthua was 69.02%. Male literacy was 79.15% and female literacy was 58.17%.