Karu - Anini, Dibang Valley
Karu is a village situated in the Anini circle of Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from Anini, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Anini-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karu is 265959. The village falls under the 792101 pincode.
Karu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karu
According to the 2011 Census, Karu village had a total population of 63 people, including 29 males and 34 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 41.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 14 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Karu
Karu 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 Karu
Karu 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 >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 Anini to Karu is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karu
Where is Karu located?
Karu village is located in Anini Circle, Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karu?
The Gram Panchayat of Karu is Anini-ii.
What is the pincode of Karu?
The pincode of Karu is 792101.
What is the population of Karu?
Karu had a total population of 63, including 29 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Karu?
Karu had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karu was 50.00%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 41.38%.