Karal - Dansal, Jammu
Karal is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 53 km from Jammu and around 53 km from Jammu. Nagola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karal is 005697. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.8 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karal
As per Census 2011, Karal village has a total population of 148 people, consisting of 67 males and 81 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,208 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 148 | 67 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 48 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Karal
Karal 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 Karal
Karal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Karal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Karal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Karal is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karal 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 Karal
Where is Karal located?
Karal village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karal is Nagola.
What is the pincode of Karal?
The pincode of Karal is 181224.
What is the population of Karal?
Karal has a total population of 148, including 67 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Karal?
There are 28 households in Karal.
What is the literacy rate in Karal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karal is 59.46%. Male literacy is 67.16% and female literacy is 53.09%.