Karswali - Thunag, Mandi
Karswali is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Pakhrair serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karswali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karswali is 015106. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.04 hectares and falls under the 175048 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Karswali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karswali
According to the 2011 Census, Karswali village had a total population of 90 people, including 49 males and 41 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.00%, with male literacy at 80.49% and female literacy at 61.76%.
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 | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Karswali
Karswali 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 Karswali
Karswali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Karswali is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karswali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karswali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karswali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karswali 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karswali
Where is Karswali located?
Karswali village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karswali?
The Gram Panchayat of Karswali is Pakhrair.
What is the pincode of Karswali?
The pincode of Karswali is 175048.
What is the population of Karswali?
Karswali had a total population of 90, including 49 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Karswali?
Karswali had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karswali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karswali was 72.00%. Male literacy was 80.49% and female literacy was 61.76%.