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
According to the 2011 Census, Karoa Kalan village had a total population of 725 people, including 338 males and 387 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.90%, with male literacy at 88.32% and female literacy at 83.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 725 | 338 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 725, including 338 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Karoa Kalan?
Karoa Kalan had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karoa Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karoa Kalan was 85.90%. Male literacy was 88.32% and female literacy was 83.82%.