Karalash - Rohru, Shimla
Karalash is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kralash serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karalash village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karalash is 026483. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Karalash village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karalash
As per Census 2011, Karalash village has a total population of 983 people, consisting of 504 males and 479 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 647 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 471 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karalash are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 | 504 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 67 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 471 | 239 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 370 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 134 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Karalash
Karalash 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 Karalash
Karalash is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Karalash has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Karalash is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karalash
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karalash 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karalash
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karalash village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karalash
Where is Karalash located?
Karalash village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karalash?
The Gram Panchayat of Karalash is Kralash.
What is the pincode of Karalash?
The pincode of Karalash is 171207.
What is the population of Karalash?
Karalash has a total population of 983, including 504 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Karalash?
There are 199 households in Karalash.
What is the literacy rate in Karalash?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karalash is 65.82%. Male literacy is 73.41% and female literacy is 57.83%.