Karhera - Jansath, Muzaffarnagar
Karhera is a village situated in the Jansath tehsil of Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jansath and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffar Nagar. Karhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karhera is 111350. The village covers a total geographical area of 584.33 hectares and falls under the 251308 pincode. Muzaffar Nagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Karhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karhera
As per Census 2011, Karhera village has a total population of 3,743 people, consisting of 1,932 males and 1,811 females. The village has 638 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 476 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,385 literate and 1,358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 682 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,743 | 1,932 | 1,811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 251 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 682 | 360 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,385 | 1,406 | 979 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,358 | 526 | 832 |
Nearby Villages of Karhera
Karhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishanpur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Tissa | South | 2.39 km |
| Kakrala | North | 2.47 km |
| Malpura | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Daulatpur | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Bhiraheri | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Chaurawala | East | 3.09 km |
| Yusufpur | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Rurkali Fateh Ali | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Khokni | South | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karhera
Karhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muzaffarnagar, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffar Nagar to Karhera is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Muzaffar Nagar to Karhera is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karhera
Where is Karhera located?
Karhera village is located in Jansath Tehsil, Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karhera?
Karhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karhera?
The pincode of Karhera is 251308.
What is the population of Karhera?
Karhera has a total population of 3,743, including 1,932 males and 1,811 females.
How many households are there in Karhera?
There are 638 households in Karhera.
What is the literacy rate in Karhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karhera is 63.72%. Male literacy is 72.77% and female literacy is 54.06%.