Karkauli - Samalkha, Panipat
Karkauli is a village situated in the Samalkha tehsil of Panipat district, Haryana. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samalkha and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Panipat. Karkoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkauli is 059549. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 132115 pincode. Samalkha is the nearest town.
Karkauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samalkha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkauli
According to the 2011 Census, Karkauli village had a total population of 1,204 people, including 628 males and 576 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.31%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 67.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
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 | 1,204 | 628 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 89 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 90 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 811 | 465 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 163 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Karkauli
Karkauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ferozpur | North | 1.11 km |
| Rakshera | South | 2.23 km |
| Basara | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Hathwala | North | 2.90 km |
| Budhanpur | South | 3.18 km |
| Dehra | West | 3.49 km |
| Mahawati | West | 4.62 km |
| Dikadla | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Chhaprauli Dehat(now In Nagar) | East | 4.83 km |
| Bilaspur | North | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karkauli
Karkauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhodwal Majri, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Panipat to Karkauli 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 Karkauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karkauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karkauli
Where is Karkauli located?
Karkauli village is located in Samalkha Tehsil, Panipat district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkauli is Karkoli.
What is the pincode of Karkauli?
The pincode of Karkauli is 132115.
What is the population of Karkauli?
Karkauli had a total population of 1,204, including 628 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Karkauli?
Karkauli had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkauli was 77.31%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 67.84%.