Karol - Parwanoo, Solan
Karol is a village situated in the Parwanoo tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Solan. Chammo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karol is 021718. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Parwanoo is the nearest town.
Karol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karol
As per Census 2011, Karol village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 70 males and 63 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 13 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Karol
Karol 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 Karol
Karol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Karol is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karol 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 Karol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karol
Where is Karol located?
Karol village is located in Parwanoo Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karol?
The Gram Panchayat of Karol is Chammo.
What is the pincode of Karol?
The pincode of Karol is 173220.
What is the population of Karol?
Karol has a total population of 133, including 70 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Karol?
There are 28 households in Karol.
What is the literacy rate in Karol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karol is 74.44%. Male literacy is 81.43% and female literacy is 66.67%.