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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Karelnu village had a total population of 183 people, including 103 males and 80 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 777 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.87%, with male literacy at 92.71% and female literacy at 68.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 183 | 103 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 183, including 103 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Karelnu?
Karelnu had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karelnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karelnu was 81.87%. Male literacy was 92.71% and female literacy was 68.00%.