Karmara - Haveli, Poonch
Karmara is a village situated in the Haveli tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Haveli and around 6 km from Punch. Karmara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmara is 001119. The village covers a total geographical area of 455 hectares and falls under the 185101 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Karmara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karmara
As per Census 2011, Karmara village has a total population of 2,167 people, consisting of 1,110 males and 1,057 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 431 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,104 literate and 1,063 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,614 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karmara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,167 | 1,110 | 1,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 230 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,614 | 824 | 790 |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 674 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,063 | 436 | 627 |
Nearby Villages of Karmara
Karmara 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 Karmara
Karmara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punch to Karmara is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karmara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karmara
Where is Karmara located?
Karmara village is located in Haveli Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmara?
Karmara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karmara?
The pincode of Karmara is 185101.
What is the population of Karmara?
Karmara has a total population of 2,167, including 1,110 males and 1,057 females.
How many households are there in Karmara?
There are 430 households in Karmara.
What is the literacy rate in Karmara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmara is 50.95%. Male literacy is 60.72% and female literacy is 40.68%.