Karasa - Rohru, Shimla
Karasa is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Karasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karasa is 026514. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.76 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Karasa 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 Karasa
As per Census 2011, Karasa village has a total population of 263 people, consisting of 127 males and 136 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 127 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 104 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 23 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Karasa
Karasa 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 Karasa
Karasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Shimla to Karasa is about 122 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 Karasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karasa 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 Karasa
Where is Karasa located?
Karasa village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karasa?
Karasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karasa?
The pincode of Karasa is 171207.
What is the population of Karasa?
Karasa has a total population of 263, including 127 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Karasa?
There are 61 households in Karasa.
What is the literacy rate in Karasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karasa is 69.96%. Male literacy is 81.89% and female literacy is 58.82%.