Karol

Karol is a village located in Kasauli tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from district headquarter Kasauli. Kasauli is the sub-district headquarter of Karol village. As per 2009 stats, Chamon is the gram panchayat of Karol village.

Here you can discover what makes Karol unique in its vibrant Kasauli-Solan region. You’ll see Karol’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karol is 021718. The village spans a total geographical area of 46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173209. Parwanoo is nearest town to Karol village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Karol village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karol

According to the 2011 Census, Karol has a total population of about 133, with approximately 70 males and 63 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.44%, with male literacy at about 81.43% and female literacy near 66.67%. There are around 28 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 133 70 63
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 19 9 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 27 13 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 99 57 42
Illiterate Population 34 13 21

Connectivity of Karol

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karol. As per the 2011 stats, Karol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karol

Knowing the nearby villages of Karol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karol.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karol

Where is Karol located?
Karol village is situated in Kasauli Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karol?
The Gram Panchayat of Karol is Chamon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karol?
The pincode of Karol is 173209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karol is 133, with 70 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Karol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karol village has a total of 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karol is 74.44%. The male literacy rate is 81.43%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.