Karner - Dhira, Kangra
Karner is a village situated in the Dhira tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Naura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karner village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karner is 011237. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.28 hectares and falls under the 176084 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Karner village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karner
According to the 2011 Census, Karner village had a total population of 307 people, including 150 males and 157 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.23%, with male literacy at 96.85% and female literacy at 84.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 307 | 150 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 43 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 27 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Karner
Karner 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 Karner
Karner is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dharmsala to Karner is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karner
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karner 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karner
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karner village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karner
Where is Karner located?
Karner village is located in Dhira Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karner?
The Gram Panchayat of Karner is Naura.
What is the pincode of Karner?
The pincode of Karner is 176084.
What is the population of Karner?
Karner had a total population of 307, including 150 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Karner?
Karner had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karner?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karner was 90.23%. Male literacy was 96.85% and female literacy was 84.17%.