Karri - Tahrauli, Jhansi
Karri is a village situated in the Tahrauli tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrauli and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Sujawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karri is 152548. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.48 hectares and falls under the 284206 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Karri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mauranipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karri
According to the 2011 Census, Karri village had a total population of 425 people, including 225 males and 200 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.13%, with male literacy at 67.55% and female literacy at 50.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 425 | 225 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 37 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 127 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 98 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Karri
Karri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baswaha | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Semari Ahiran | West | 1.91 km |
| Sujawan | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Semari Kachhiyan | West | 2.71 km |
| Bela | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Rajwara | South | 3.56 km |
| Lathawara | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Dhawari | North | 4.15 km |
| Ataniya | East | 4.39 km |
| Ghatrajwara | South-West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karri
Public transport in the Karri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranipur Road, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 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 Jhansi to Karri is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Karri is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karri
Where is Karri located?
Karri village is located in Tahrauli Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karri?
The Gram Panchayat of Karri is Sujawan.
What is the pincode of Karri?
The pincode of Karri is 284206.
What is the population of Karri?
Karri had a total population of 425, including 225 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Karri?
Karri had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karri was 59.13%. Male literacy was 67.55% and female literacy was 50.28%.