Karela - Julana, Jind
Karela is a village situated in the Julana tehsil of Jind district, Haryana. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Julana and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Jind. Karela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karela is 060167. The village covers a total geographical area of 908 hectares and falls under the 126101 pincode. Julana is the nearest town.
Karela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Julana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonipat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karela
According to the 2011 Census, Karela village had a total population of 3,926 people, including 2,083 males and 1,843 females, living in 709 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.04%, with male literacy at 83.12% and female literacy at 59.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 751.
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 | 3,926 | 2,083 | 1,843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 258 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 751 | 397 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,479 | 1,517 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,447 | 566 | 881 |
Nearby Villages of Karela
Karela 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 Karela
Karela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jind to Karela 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 Karela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karela
Where is Karela located?
Karela village is located in Julana Tehsil, Jind district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karela?
Karela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karela?
The pincode of Karela is 126101.
What is the population of Karela?
Karela had a total population of 3,926, including 2,083 males and 1,843 females.
How many households are there in Karela?
Karela had 709 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karela was 72.04%. Male literacy was 83.12% and female literacy was 59.53%.