Karnal - Bhadrota, Mandi
Karnal is a village situated in the Bhadrota tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Thauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnal is 014008. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.38 hectares and falls under the 175049 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Karnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karnal
According to the 2011 Census, Karnal village had a total population of 251 people, including 140 males and 111 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 793 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.55%, with male literacy at 86.99% and female literacy at 81.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 251 | 140 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 49 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 107 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 33 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Karnal
Karnal 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 Karnal
Karnal 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Karnal is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karnal
Where is Karnal located?
Karnal village is located in Bhadrota Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnal is Thauna.
What is the pincode of Karnal?
The pincode of Karnal is 175049.
What is the population of Karnal?
Karnal had a total population of 251, including 140 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Karnal?
Karnal had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnal was 84.55%. Male literacy was 86.99% and female literacy was 81.44%.