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
According to the 2011 Census, Karol village had a total population of 133 people, including 70 males and 63 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.84%, with male literacy at 93.44% and female literacy at 79.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 133, including 70 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Karol?
Karol had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karol was 86.84%. Male literacy was 93.44% and female literacy was 79.25%.