Karer

Karer is a village located in Barsar tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from district headquarter Barsar. Barsar is the sub-district headquarter of Karer village. As per 2009 stats, Karer village is also a gram panchayat.

Karer has its own place in the vibrant Hamirpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karer

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karer is 017568. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174311. Bhota is nearest town to Karer village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Karer 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 Barsar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karer

Below is a concise population overview of Karer as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 695 336 359
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 36 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 127 67 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 566 292 274
Illiterate Population 129 44 85

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karer village:

  • The total population of Karer village is around 695, including approximately 336 males and 359 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Karer village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karer village has 127 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karer village is about 81.44%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 76.32%.
  • There are around 160 households in Karer village.

Connectivity of Karer

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

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

Nearby Villages of Karer

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Karer

Where is Karer located?
Karer village is situated in Barsar Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karer?
Karer serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karer?
The pincode of Karer is 174311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karer as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karer is 695, with 336 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Karer as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karer village has a total of 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karer as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karer is 81.44%. The male literacy rate is 86.90%, while the female literacy rate is 76.32%.