Karoh - Kalol, Bilaspur
Karoh is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Bilaspur. Kuljyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karoh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karoh is 019271. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 174030 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Karoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karoh
According to the 2011 Census, Karoh village had a total population of 220 people, including 119 males and 101 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.07%, with male literacy at 79.00% and female literacy at 68.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 220 | 119 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 77 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 79 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 40 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Karoh
Karoh 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 Karoh
Karoh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Karoh is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karoh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karoh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karoh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karoh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karoh
Where is Karoh located?
Karoh village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karoh?
The Gram Panchayat of Karoh is Kuljyar.
What is the pincode of Karoh?
The pincode of Karoh is 174030.
What is the population of Karoh?
Karoh had a total population of 220, including 119 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Karoh?
Karoh had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karoh was 74.07%. Male literacy was 79.00% and female literacy was 68.54%.