Karali - Theog, Shimla
Karali is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Chikhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karali is 025037. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.56 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Karali 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 Karali
According to the 2011 Census, Karali village had a total population of 59 people, including 34 males and 25 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 735 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 86.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
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
Public transport in the Karali 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 Karali is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karali
Where is Karali located?
Karali village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karali?
The Gram Panchayat of Karali is Chikhar.
What is the pincode of Karali?
The pincode of Karali is 171201.
What is the population of Karali?
Karali had a total population of 59, including 34 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Karali?
Karali had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karali was 90.00%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 86.96%.