Karnala - Chachyot, Mandi
Karnala is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Tunna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnala is 015452. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 175039 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Karnala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karnala
According to the 2011 Census, Karnala village had a total population of 297 people, including 147 males and 150 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.50%, with male literacy at 92.19% and female literacy at 79.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 297 | 147 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 118 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 29 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Karnala
Karnala 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 Karnala
Karnala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Mandi to Karnala is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karnala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karnala
Where is Karnala located?
Karnala village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karnala?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnala is Tunna.
What is the pincode of Karnala?
The pincode of Karnala is 175039.
What is the population of Karnala?
Karnala had a total population of 297, including 147 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Karnala?
Karnala had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnala was 85.50%. Male literacy was 92.19% and female literacy was 79.10%.