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
According to the 2011 Census, Karasa village had a total population of 263 people, including 127 males and 136 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.41%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 62.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 263 | 127 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 263, including 127 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Karasa?
Karasa had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karasa was 75.41%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 62.99%.