Karkachhi - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Karkachhi is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Bajiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkachhi is 214355. The village covers a total geographical area of 706 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Karkachhi 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 Karkachhi
As per Census 2011, Karkachhi village has a total population of 2,483 people, consisting of 1,288 males and 1,195 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 996 literate and 1,487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 860 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkachhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,483 | 1,288 | 1,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 236 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 860 | 436 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,275 | 668 | 607 |
| Literate Population | 996 | 647 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,487 | 641 | 846 |
Nearby Villages of Karkachhi
Karkachhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khoto Mahuwa | West | 2.21 km |
| Ikadari | East | 2.29 km |
| Bajiya | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Nawa Tola | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Chipiya | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Pokhara | North | 3.93 km |
| Asandih | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Karacha Tola | East | 4.42 km |
| Jourahi | West | 4.77 km |
| Gaya Dah | East | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karkachhi
Karkachhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 140.8 km.
| 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 Karkachhi is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkachhi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karkachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkachhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karkachhi
Where is Karkachhi located?
Karkachhi village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkachhi is Bajiya.
What is the pincode of Karkachhi?
The pincode of Karkachhi is 231208.
What is the population of Karkachhi?
Karkachhi has a total population of 2,483, including 1,288 males and 1,195 females.
How many households are there in Karkachhi?
There are 458 households in Karkachhi.
What is the literacy rate in Karkachhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkachhi is 40.11%. Male literacy is 50.23% and female literacy is 29.21%.