Karad
About Karad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karad village is 012944. Karad village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 329.98 hectares. Karad has a total population of 2,956 peoples, out of which male population is 1,503 while female population is 1,453. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 966 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karad village is 68.88% out of which 76.65% males and 60.84% females are literate. There are about 585 houses in karad village. Pincode of karad village locality is 172026.
When it comes to administration, Karad 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, Karad village comes under Anni Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to karad village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Karad
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,956 | 1,503 | 1,453 |
| Literate Population | 2,036 | 1,152 | 884 |
| Illiterate Population | 920 | 351 | 569 |
Connectivity of Karad
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karad
Where is Karad located?
Karad village is situated in Ani Tehsil, within the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karad?
The Gram Panchayat of Karad is Pokhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karad?
The pincode of Karad is 172026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karad is 2,956, with 1,503 males and 1,453 females.
How many households are there in Karad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karad village has a total of 585 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karad is 68.88%. The male literacy rate is 76.65%, while the female literacy rate is 60.84%.