Karyara - Hiranagar, Kathua
Karyara is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 0.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Pathwal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Karyara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karyara is 002042. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 0.5 km away.
Karyara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karyara
According to the 2011 Census, Karyara village had a total population of 287 people, including 157 males and 130 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.55%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 78.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 287 | 157 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 126 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 31 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Karyara
Karyara 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 Karyara
Karyara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karyara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Karyara is about 0.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Karyara is about 26 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 Karyara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karyara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karyara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karyara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karyara
Where is Karyara located?
Karyara village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Karyara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Karyara is Pathwal.
What is the pincode of Karyara?
The pincode of Karyara is 184148.
What is the population of Karyara?
Karyara had a total population of 287, including 157 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Karyara?
Karyara had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karyara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karyara was 85.55%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 78.81%.