Karali - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Karali is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Shimla. Chamyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karali is 024784. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.61 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Karali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karali
According to the 2011 Census, Karali village had a total population of 33 people, including 15 males and 18 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Karali
Karali 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 Karali
Karali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Karali is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karali 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 Karali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karali
Where is Karali located?
Karali village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karali?
The Gram Panchayat of Karali is Chamyana.
What is the pincode of Karali?
The pincode of Karali is 171001.
What is the population of Karali?
Karali had a total population of 33, including 15 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Karali?
Karali had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karali was 70.00%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 73.33%.