Karoa Kalan - Pragpur, Kangra
Karoa Kalan is a village situated in the Pragpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Dharmsala. Karoa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karoa Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karoa Kalan is 010249. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.99 hectares and falls under the 177103 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Karoa Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karoa Kalan
As per Census 2011, Karoa Kalan village has a total population of 725 people, consisting of 338 males and 387 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karoa Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 725 | 338 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 257 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 81 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Karoa Kalan
Karoa Kalan 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 Karoa Kalan
Karoa Kalan 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 Karoa Kalan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karoa Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karoa Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karoa Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karoa Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karoa Kalan
Where is Karoa Kalan located?
Karoa Kalan village is located in Pragpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karoa Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karoa Kalan is Karoa.
What is the pincode of Karoa Kalan?
The pincode of Karoa Kalan is 177103.
What is the population of Karoa Kalan?
Karoa Kalan has a total population of 725, including 338 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Karoa Kalan?
There are 178 households in Karoa Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Karoa Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karoa Kalan is 74.76%. Male literacy is 76.04% and female literacy is 73.64%.