Karot - Bharari, Bilaspur
Karot is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Barota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karot is 019167. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.02 hectares and falls under the 174027 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Karot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karot
According to the 2011 Census, Karot village had a total population of 181 people, including 75 males and 106 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,413 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.88%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 79.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 181 | 75 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 58 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 17 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Karot
Karot 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 Karot
Karot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bilaspur to Karot is about 40 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 Karot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karot
Where is Karot located?
Karot village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karot?
The Gram Panchayat of Karot is Barota.
What is the pincode of Karot?
The pincode of Karot is 174027.
What is the population of Karot?
Karot had a total population of 181, including 75 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Karot?
Karot had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karot was 81.88%. Male literacy was 85.29% and female literacy was 79.35%.