Karara - Darlaghat, Solan
Karara is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Danoghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karara is 020455. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.28 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Karara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karara
According to the 2011 Census, Karara village had a total population of 308 people, including 162 males and 146 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.34%, with male literacy at 95.80% and female literacy at 80.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 308 | 162 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 19 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 137 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 25 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Karara
Karara 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 Karara
Karara 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 Solan to Karara is about 68 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 Karara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karara 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 Karara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karara
Where is Karara located?
Karara village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karara?
The Gram Panchayat of Karara is Danoghat.
What is the pincode of Karara?
The pincode of Karara is 171102.
What is the population of Karara?
Karara had a total population of 308, including 162 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Karara?
Karara had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karara was 88.34%. Male literacy was 95.80% and female literacy was 80.71%.