Karial - Theog, Shimla
Karial is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Chikhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karial is 025040. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.88 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Karial 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 Karial
According to the 2011 Census, Karial village had a total population of 11 people, including 5 males and 6 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Karial
Karial 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 Karial
Public transport in the Karial is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karial is about 38 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 Karial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karial 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 Karial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karial 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karial
Where is Karial located?
Karial village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karial?
The Gram Panchayat of Karial is Chikhar.
What is the pincode of Karial?
The pincode of Karial is 171201.
What is the population of Karial?
Karial had a total population of 11, including 5 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Karial?
Karial had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karial was 81.82%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.