Karang - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Karang is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Deedag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karang is 022630. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.19 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Karang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Karang
According to the 2011 Census, Karang village had a total population of 389 people, including 196 males and 193 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.05%, with male literacy at 92.05% and female literacy at 83.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 290.
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 | 389 | 196 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 144 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 162 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 34 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Karang
Karang 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 Karang
Karang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nahan to Karang is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karang 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karang 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karang
Where is Karang located?
Karang village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karang?
The Gram Panchayat of Karang is Deedag.
What is the pincode of Karang?
The pincode of Karang is 173101.
What is the population of Karang?
Karang had a total population of 389, including 196 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Karang?
Karang had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karang was 88.05%. Male literacy was 92.05% and female literacy was 83.83%.