Lower Karsog - Karsog, Mandi
Lower Karsog is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Lower Karsog village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Karsog is 016150. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.6 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Lower Karsog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Karsog
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Karsog village had a total population of 894 people, including 431 males and 463 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.04%, with male literacy at 91.12% and female literacy at 83.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 501, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 894 | 431 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 240 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 349 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 82 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Karsog
Lower Karsog 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 Lower Karsog
Lower Karsog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Lower Karsog is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Karsog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Karsog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Karsog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Karsog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Lower Karsog
Where is Lower Karsog located?
Lower Karsog village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lower Karsog?
Lower Karsog is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lower Karsog?
The pincode of Lower Karsog is 175011.
What is the population of Lower Karsog?
Lower Karsog had a total population of 894, including 431 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Lower Karsog?
Lower Karsog had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Karsog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Karsog was 87.04%. Male literacy was 91.12% and female literacy was 83.25%.