Karelnu - Dalhousie, Chamba
Karelnu is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Osal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karelnu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karelnu is 007459. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.92 hectares and falls under the 176304 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karelnu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karelnu
As per Census 2011, Karelnu village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 103 males and 80 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 776 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karelnu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 103 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 102 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 89 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 14 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Karelnu
Karelnu 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 Karelnu
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Karelnu. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Karelnu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Karelnu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Karelnu is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karelnu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karelnu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karelnu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karelnu 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 Karelnu
Where is Karelnu located?
Karelnu village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karelnu?
The Gram Panchayat of Karelnu is Osal.
What is the pincode of Karelnu?
The pincode of Karelnu is 176304.
What is the population of Karelnu?
Karelnu has a total population of 183, including 103 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Karelnu?
There are 36 households in Karelnu.
What is the literacy rate in Karelnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karelnu is 76.50%. Male literacy is 86.41% and female literacy is 63.75%.