Karah

Karah is a village located in Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 134km away from district headquarter Sihunta. Sihunta is the sub-district headquarter of Karah village. As per 2009 stats, Rajain is the gram panchayat of Karah village.

Here you can discover what makes Karah unique in its vibrant Sihunta-Chamba region. You’ll see Karah’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karah is 007670. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176207. Chuari Khas is nearest town to Karah village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Karah village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Karah

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Population of Karah

According to the 2011 Census, Karah has a total population of about 13, with approximately 8 males and 5 females. The sex ratio is around 625 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.54%, with male literacy at about 62.50% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 3 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 13 8 5
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3 2 1
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 8 5
Literate Population 8 5 3
Illiterate Population 5 3 2

Connectivity of Karah

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karah. As per the 2011 stats, Karah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karah

Knowing the nearby villages of Karah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karah.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karah

Where is Karah located?
Karah village is situated in Sihunta Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karah?
The Gram Panchayat of Karah is Rajain (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karah?
The pincode of Karah is 176207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karah is 13, with 8 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Karah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karah village has a total of 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karah is 61.54%. The male literacy rate is 62.50%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.