Karahiya - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Karahiya is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Karahiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karahiya is 214173. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.35 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Karahiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karahiya
As per Census 2011, Karahiya village has a total population of 1,138 people, consisting of 583 males and 555 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 398 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,064 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karahiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,138 | 583 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 129 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,064 | 547 | 517 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 259 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 324 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Karahiya
Karahiya 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 Karahiya
Karahiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Sonbhadra to Karahiya is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karahiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karahiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karahiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karahiya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karahiya
Where is Karahiya located?
Karahiya village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karahiya?
Karahiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karahiya?
The pincode of Karahiya is 231208.
What is the population of Karahiya?
Karahiya has a total population of 1,138, including 583 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Karahiya?
There are 181 households in Karahiya.
What is the literacy rate in Karahiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karahiya is 34.97%. Male literacy is 44.43% and female literacy is 25.05%.