Karer (40/8) - Bhota, Hamirpur
Karer (40/8) is a village situated in the Bhota tehsil of Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Hamirpur. Karer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karer (40/8) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karer (40/8) is 017568. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.87 hectares and falls under the 174311 pincode. Bhota is the nearest town.
Karer (40/8) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karer (40/8)
According to the 2011 Census, Karer (40/8) village had a total population of 695 people, including 336 males and 359 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.84%, with male literacy at 97.33% and female literacy at 83.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 695 | 336 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 292 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 44 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Karer (40/8)
Karer (40/8) 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 Karer (40/8)
Karer (40/8) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Hamirpur to Karer (40/8) is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karer (40/8)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karer (40/8) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karer (40/8)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karer (40/8) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karer (40/8)
Where is Karer (40/8) located?
Karer (40/8) village is located in Bhota Tehsil, Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karer (40/8)?
The Gram Panchayat of Karer (40/8) is Karer.
What is the pincode of Karer (40/8)?
The pincode of Karer (40/8) is 174311.
What is the population of Karer (40/8)?
Karer (40/8) had a total population of 695, including 336 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Karer (40/8)?
Karer (40/8) had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karer (40/8)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karer (40/8) was 89.84%. Male literacy was 97.33% and female literacy was 83.03%.