Karertal - Baghbor, Barpeta
Karertal is a village situated in the Baghbor subdivision of Barpeta district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandia Bardalani , Baghbor and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Barpeta. Patbaushi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karertal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karertal is 282922. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.94 hectares and falls under the 781314 pincode. Barpeta is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karertal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jania Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karertal
According to the 2011 Census, Karertal village had a total population of 1,855 people, including 965 males and 890 females, living in 383 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.31%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 65.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 556.
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 | 1,855 | 965 | 890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 136 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 556 | 293 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,159 | 670 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 295 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Karertal
Karertal 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 Karertal
Public transport in the Karertal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barpeta to Karertal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karertal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karertal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karertal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karertal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karertal
Where is Karertal located?
Karertal village is located in Baghbor Subdivision, Barpeta district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karertal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karertal is Patbaushi.
What is the pincode of Karertal?
The pincode of Karertal is 781314.
What is the population of Karertal?
Karertal had a total population of 1,855, including 965 males and 890 females.
How many households are there in Karertal?
Karertal had 383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karertal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karertal was 73.31%. Male literacy was 80.82% and female literacy was 65.03%.