Karoa - Chachyot, Mandi
Karoa is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Chail Chowk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karoa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karoa is 015409. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.55 hectares and falls under the 175045 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Karoa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Karoa
According to the 2011 Census, Karoa village had a total population of 726 people, including 361 males and 365 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.79%, with male literacy at 92.69% and female literacy at 75.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 446, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 726 | 361 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 60 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 223 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 279 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 82 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Karoa
Karoa 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 Karoa
Karoa 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 | 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 Karoa is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karoa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karoa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karoa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karoa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karoa
Where is Karoa located?
Karoa village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karoa?
The Gram Panchayat of Karoa is Chail Chowk.
What is the pincode of Karoa?
The pincode of Karoa is 175045.
What is the population of Karoa?
Karoa had a total population of 726, including 361 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Karoa?
Karoa had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karoa was 83.79%. Male literacy was 92.69% and female literacy was 75.47%.