Karad

Karad is a village located in Ani tehsil of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 138km away from district headquarter Ani. Ani is the sub-district headquarter of Karad village. As per 2009 stats, Pokhari is the gram panchayat of Karad village.

Here you can discover what makes Karad unique in its vibrant Ani-Kullu region. You’ll see Karad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karad is 012944. The village spans a total geographical area of 329.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172026. Shimla is nearest town to Karad village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Karad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Anni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Karad

Population of Karad

According to the 2011 Census, Karad has a total population of about 2,956, with approximately 1,503 males and 1,453 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 360 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 905 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.88%, with male literacy at about 76.65% and female literacy near 60.84%. There are around 585 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Karad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karad. As per the 2011 stats, Karad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Karad

Knowing the nearby villages of Karad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karad