Karry - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Karry is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Tendua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karry village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karry is 212956. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.69 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Karry village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Karry
According to the 2011 Census, Karry village had a total population of 30 people, including 17 males and 13 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 765 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.23%, with male literacy at 26.67% and female literacy at 9.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 13 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Karry
Karry 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ubha | West | 2.31 km |
| Barbaspur | South | 2.35 km |
| Rehi | East | 2.55 km |
| Lahas | South | 2.79 km |
| Mahokhar | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Sirsain | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Sapahi | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Raikara | North | 4.17 km |
| Amilaudha | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Tendua | South | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karry
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karry. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 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 Sonbhadra to Karry is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Karry is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karry
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karry 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 Karry
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karry 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 Karry
Where is Karry located?
Karry village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karry?
The Gram Panchayat of Karry is Tendua.
What is the pincode of Karry?
The pincode of Karry is 231210.
What is the population of Karry?
Karry had a total population of 30, including 17 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Karry?
Karry had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karry?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karry was 19.23%. Male literacy was 26.67% and female literacy was 9.09%.