Karaili - Theog, Shimla
Karaili is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Rouni Matiana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaili is 025061. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.13 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Karaili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaili
According to the 2011 Census, Karaili village had a total population of 258 people, including 136 males and 122 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.06%, with male literacy at 90.70% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 258 | 136 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 117 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 19 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Karaili
Karaili 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 Karaili
Karaili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Karaili is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karaili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karaili
Where is Karaili located?
Karaili village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaili?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaili is Rouni Matiana.
What is the pincode of Karaili?
The pincode of Karaili is 171201.
What is the population of Karaili?
Karaili had a total population of 258, including 136 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Karaili?
Karaili had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaili was 85.06%. Male literacy was 90.70% and female literacy was 78.57%.