Karda - Sarai, Singrauli
Karda is a village situated in the Sarai tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Deosar and around 100 km from Singrauli. Karda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karda is 503764. The village covers a total geographical area of 591.37 hectares and falls under the 486886 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Karda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhauhani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karda
According to the 2011 Census, Karda village had a total population of 2,087 people, including 1,073 males and 1,014 females, living in 428 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.79%, with male literacy at 51.60% and female literacy at 35.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,191.
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 | 2,087 | 1,073 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 230 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,191 | 594 | 597 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 435 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,361 | 638 | 723 |
Nearby Villages of Karda
Karda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belmani | South | 3.33 km |
| Amallakpur | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Kusedi | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Sirsi | North-West | 5.18 km |
| Kachhinar | South-West | 6.03 km |
| Madraich | South | 6.76 km |
| Mahuli | South-East | 7.76 km |
| Sanda | North-East | 7.81 km |
| Looti | East | 7.88 km |
| Semarhiya Tola | North | 8.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karda
Karda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shankarpur Bhadaura, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Karda is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Karda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karda 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 Karda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karda
Where is Karda located?
Karda village is located in Sarai Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karda?
Karda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karda?
The pincode of Karda is 486886.
What is the population of Karda?
Karda had a total population of 2,087, including 1,073 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Karda?
Karda had 428 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karda was 43.79%. Male literacy was 51.60% and female literacy was 35.71%.