Kartala - Kartala, Korba
Kartala is a village situated in the Kartala tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. Kartala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kartala is 436522. The village covers a total geographical area of 1698.35 hectares and falls under the 495674 pincode. Korba is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kartala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kartala
As per Census 2011, Kartala village has a total population of 2,316 people, consisting of 1,142 males and 1,174 females. The village has 603 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,456 literate and 860 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kartala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,316 | 1,142 | 1,174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 149 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,233 | 591 | 642 |
| Literate Population | 1,456 | 811 | 645 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 331 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Kartala
Kartala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Timanbhauna | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Geraon | North | 3.93 km |
| Champa | East | 4.16 km |
| Badmar | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Kotmer | West | 4.87 km |
| Chorbhatti | East | 5.51 km |
| Pidiya | South-West | 6.41 km |
| Chachiya | North-East | 6.88 km |
| Koi | West | 7.03 km |
| Tenganmar | South | 7.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kartala
Kartala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Urga, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Korba to Kartala is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kartala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kartala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kartala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kartala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kartala
Where is Kartala located?
Kartala village is located in Kartala Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kartala?
Kartala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kartala?
The pincode of Kartala is 495674.
What is the population of Kartala?
Kartala has a total population of 2,316, including 1,142 males and 1,174 females.
How many households are there in Kartala?
There are 603 households in Kartala.
What is the literacy rate in Kartala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kartala is 62.87%. Male literacy is 71.02% and female literacy is 54.94%.