Karaunri - Dhami, Shimla
Karaunri is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Shimla. Piplidhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaunri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaunri is 024245. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.38 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Karaunri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaunri
According to the 2011 Census, Karaunri village had a total population of 57 people, including 28 males and 29 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.00%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 76.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Karaunri
Karaunri 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 Karaunri
Public transport in the Karaunri 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Karaunri is about 40 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 Karaunri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaunri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karaunri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaunri 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 Karaunri
Where is Karaunri located?
Karaunri village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaunri?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaunri is Piplidhar.
What is the pincode of Karaunri?
The pincode of Karaunri is 171103.
What is the population of Karaunri?
Karaunri had a total population of 57, including 28 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Karaunri?
Karaunri had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaunri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaunri was 86.00%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 76.00%.