Karol Krishana - Hiranagar, Kathua
Karol Krishana is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Bobiya serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Karol Krishana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karol Krishana is 002102. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karol Krishana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karol Krishana
According to the 2011 Census, Karol Krishana village had a total population of 81 people, including 41 males and 40 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.92%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 77.78%.
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 | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 8 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Karol Krishana
Karol Krishana 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 Krishana
Public transport in the Karol Krishana is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Karol Krishana.
| 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 Krishana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Karol Krishana is about 40 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 Krishana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karol Krishana 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 Krishana
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 Krishana 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 Krishana
Where is Karol Krishana located?
Karol Krishana village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Karol Krishana?
The Halqa Panchayat of Karol Krishana is Bobiya.
What is the pincode of Karol Krishana?
The pincode of Karol Krishana is 184148.
What is the population of Karol Krishana?
Karol Krishana had a total population of 81, including 41 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Karol Krishana?
Karol Krishana had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karol Krishana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karol Krishana was 85.92%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 77.78%.