Karot - Namhol, Bilaspur
Karot is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dobha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karot is 019841. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.83 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Karot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karot
As per Census 2011, Karot village has a total population of 797 people, consisting of 408 males and 389 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 612 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 797 | 408 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 167 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 328 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 80 | 105 |
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
Public transport in the Karot 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 26 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karot
Where is Karot located?
Karot village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karot?
The Gram Panchayat of Karot is Dobha.
What is the pincode of Karot?
The pincode of Karot is 174001.
What is the population of Karot?
Karot has a total population of 797, including 408 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Karot?
There are 163 households in Karot.
What is the literacy rate in Karot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karot is 76.79%. Male literacy is 80.39% and female literacy is 73.01%.