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.
Kariha has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kariha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kariha village:
- The total population of Kariha village is around 2,533, including approximately 1,277 males and 1,256 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 279 children aged 0–6 years in Kariha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kariha village has 1,705 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kariha village is about 70.59%, with male literacy at 74.47% and female literacy at 66.64%.
- There are around 504 households in Kariha village.
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) |
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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%.