Karyal - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Karyal is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Shimla. Patgehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karyal is 024799. The village covers a total geographical area of 4.67 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Karyal 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 Karyal
According to the 2011 Census, Karyal village had a total population of 23 people, including 11 males and 12 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Karyal
Karyal 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 Karyal
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Karyal.
| 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 Karyal is about 22 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 Karyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karyal 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karyal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karyal
Where is Karyal located?
Karyal village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karyal is Patgehar.
What is the pincode of Karyal?
The pincode of Karyal is 171001.
What is the population of Karyal?
Karyal had a total population of 23, including 11 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Karyal?
Karyal had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karyal was 82.35%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 80.00%.