Karnol - Harchakian, Kangra
Karnol is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bharooplahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnol is 009298. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.86 hectares and falls under the 176210 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Karnol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karnol
According to the 2011 Census, Karnol village had a total population of 148 people, including 70 males and 78 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.06%, with male literacy at 85.48% and female literacy at 77.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 148 | 70 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 17 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Karnol
Karnol 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 Karnol
Public transport in the Karnol is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Karnol is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karnol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karnol
Where is Karnol located?
Karnol village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karnol?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnol is Bharooplahar.
What is the pincode of Karnol?
The pincode of Karnol is 176210.
What is the population of Karnol?
Karnol had a total population of 148, including 70 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Karnol?
Karnol had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnol was 81.06%. Male literacy was 85.48% and female literacy was 77.14%.