Karela
About Karela
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karela village is 009391. Karela village is located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Karela village. As per 2009 stats, Sadun is the gram panchayat of Karela village.
The total geographical area of village is 40.09 hectares. Karela has a total population of 232 peoples, out of which male population is 114 while female population is 118. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1035 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karela village is 75.00% out of which 89.47% males and 61.02% females are literate. There are about 54 houses in karela village. Pincode of karela village locality is 176208.
When it comes to administration, Karela village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karela village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Kangra is nearest town to karela village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Karela
The population details of Karela cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 114 | 118 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 102 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 12 | 46 |
Connectivity of Karela
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karela
Where is Karela located?
Karela village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karela?
The Gram Panchayat of Karela is Sadun (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karela?
The pincode of Karela is 176208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karela is 232, with 114 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Karela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karela village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karela is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 89.47%, while the female literacy rate is 61.02%.