Karuth - Theog, Shimla
Karuth is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karuth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karuth is 025053. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.69 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Karuth 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 Karuth
According to the 2011 Census, Karuth village had a total population of 65 people, including 33 males and 32 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.48%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Karuth
Karuth 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 Karuth
Karuth is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karuth is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karuth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karuth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karuth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karuth 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karuth
Where is Karuth located?
Karuth village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karuth?
The Gram Panchayat of Karuth is Kyar.
What is the pincode of Karuth?
The pincode of Karuth is 171201.
What is the population of Karuth?
Karuth had a total population of 65, including 33 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Karuth?
Karuth had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karuth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karuth was 85.48%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 80.00%.