Karoli - Pajhota, Sirmaur
Karoli is a village situated in the Pajhota tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 151 km from Nahan. Kotla Bangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karoli is 022533. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.1 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Karoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karoli
According to the 2011 Census, Karoli village had a total population of 206 people, including 118 males and 88 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 746 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.33%, with male literacy at 89.91% and female literacy at 78.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 206 | 118 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 98 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Karoli
Karoli 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 Karoli
Karoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nahan to Karoli is about 151 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karoli
Where is Karoli located?
Karoli village is located in Pajhota Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Karoli is Kotla Bangi.
What is the pincode of Karoli?
The pincode of Karoli is 173024.
What is the population of Karoli?
Karoli had a total population of 206, including 118 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Karoli?
Karoli had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karoli was 85.33%. Male literacy was 89.91% and female literacy was 78.67%.