Karol Bidho - Hiranagar, Kathua
Karol Bidho is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Bobiya serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Karol Bidho village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karol Bidho is 002103. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Karol Bidho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karol Bidho
According to the 2011 Census, Karol Bidho village had a total population of 282 people, including 149 males and 133 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.08%, with male literacy at 89.52% and female literacy at 74.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 282 | 149 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 31 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 111 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 38 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Karol Bidho
Karol Bidho 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 Bidho
Karol Bidho is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Karol Bidho.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Karol Bidho is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Karol Bidho is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karol Bidho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karol Bidho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karol Bidho
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 Bidho village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karol Bidho
Where is Karol Bidho located?
Karol Bidho village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Karol Bidho?
The Halqa Panchayat of Karol Bidho is Bobiya.
What is the pincode of Karol Bidho?
The pincode of Karol Bidho is 184148.
What is the population of Karol Bidho?
Karol Bidho had a total population of 282, including 149 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Karol Bidho?
Karol Bidho had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karol Bidho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karol Bidho was 82.08%. Male literacy was 89.52% and female literacy was 74.14%.