Kariha
Kariha is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Kariha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kariha unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Kariha’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 Kariha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kariha is 032091. The village spans a total geographical area of 631 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144508. Nawansahar is nearest town to Kariha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kariha
Population of Kariha
According to the 2011 Census, Kariha has a total population of about 2,533, with approximately 1,277 males and 1,256 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 279 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,705 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.59%, with male literacy at about 74.47% and female literacy near 66.64%. There are around 504 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kariha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,533 | 1,277 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 152 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,705 | 880 | 825 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,788 | 951 | 837 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 326 | 419 |
Connectivity of Kariha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kariha. As per the 2011 stats, Kariha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kariha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kariha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kariha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kariha
- Where is Kariha located?
- Kariha village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kariha?
- Kariha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kariha?
- The pincode of Kariha is 144508, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kariha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kariha is 2,533, with 1,277 males and 1,256 females.
- How many households are there in Kariha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kariha village has a total of 504 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kariha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kariha is 70.59%. The male literacy rate is 74.47%, while the female literacy rate is 66.64%.