Karaiya - Kurwai, Vidisha
Karaiya is a village situated in the Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurwai and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Karaiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaiya is 480916. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.52 hectares and falls under the 464224 pincode. Kurwai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karaiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karaiya
As per Census 2011, Karaiya village has a total population of 701 people, consisting of 367 males and 334 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 435 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karaiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 367 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 255 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 112 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Karaiya
Karaiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bothighat | North | 1.94 km |
| Girwasa | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Kachhaua | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Bhatoli | East | 2.62 km |
| Padochha | South | 2.71 km |
| Dangi Kumhariya | West | 2.80 km |
| Bhagoda | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Naukund | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Dadurar | North | 3.74 km |
| Hansalkhedi | North-East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karaiya
Karaiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurwai Kethora, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.3 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 Kurwai to Karaiya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Karaiya is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karaiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karaiya
Where is Karaiya located?
Karaiya village is located in Kurwai Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaiya?
Karaiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karaiya?
The pincode of Karaiya is 464224.
What is the population of Karaiya?
Karaiya has a total population of 701, including 367 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Karaiya?
There are 115 households in Karaiya.
What is the literacy rate in Karaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaiya is 62.05%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 53.89%.