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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Karol Bidho village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 149 males and 133 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karol Bidho are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Karol Bidho?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 282, including 149 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Karol Bidho?
There are 53 households in Karol Bidho.
What is the literacy rate in Karol Bidho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karol Bidho is 69.86%. Male literacy is 74.50% and female literacy is 64.66%.