Karlah
Karlah is a village located in Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chenani (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Karlah village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karlah unique in its vibrant Chenani-Udhampur region. You’ll see Karlah’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 Karlah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karlah is 004991. The village spans a total geographical area of 1064.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182142. Chenani is nearest town to Karlah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Karlah
Population of Karlah
According to the 2011 Census, Karlah has a total population of about 2,578, with approximately 1,339 males and 1,239 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 459 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 258 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 630. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.16%, with male literacy at about 63.26% and female literacy near 38.10%. There are around 447 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karlah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,578 | 1,339 | 1,239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 233 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 132 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 328 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 847 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,259 | 492 | 767 |
Connectivity of Karlah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karlah. As per the 2011 stats, Karlah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karlah
Knowing the nearby villages of Karlah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karlah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karlah
- Where is Karlah located?
- Karlah village is situated in Chenani Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karlah?
- Karlah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karlah?
- The pincode of Karlah is 182142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karlah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karlah is 2,578, with 1,339 males and 1,239 females.
- How many households are there in Karlah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karlah village has a total of 447 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karlah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karlah is 51.16%. The male literacy rate is 63.26%, while the female literacy rate is 38.10%.