Karai - Sapotra, Karauli
Karai is a village situated in the Sapotra tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sapotra and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Bahadarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karai is 077071. The village covers a total geographical area of 729.22 hectares and falls under the 322249 pincode. Karauli is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Karai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sapotra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karai
According to the 2011 Census, Karai village had a total population of 409 people, including 228 males and 181 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 794 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.91%, with male literacy at 70.26% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 384.
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 | 409 | 228 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 384 | 214 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 137 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 91 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Karai
Karai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karai
Karai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karauli to Karai is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karai
Where is Karai located?
Karai village is located in Sapotra Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karai is Bahadarpur.
What is the pincode of Karai?
The pincode of Karai is 322249.
What is the population of Karai?
Karai had a total population of 409, including 228 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Karai?
Karai had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karai was 55.91%. Male literacy was 70.26% and female literacy was 37.50%.