Karmula - Tral, Pulwama
Karmula is a village situated in the Tral tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tral and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Karmulla serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Karmula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmula is 003075. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.51 hectares and falls under the 192123 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Karmula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karmula
According to the 2011 Census, Karmula village had a total population of 1,539 people, including 796 males and 743 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.97%, with male literacy at 36.22% and female literacy at 25.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,206.
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 | 1,539 | 796 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 172 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,206 | 623 | 583 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 226 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,172 | 570 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Karmula
Karmula 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 Karmula
Public transport in the Karmula is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tral to Karmula is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Karmula is about 29 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 Karmula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmula 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 Karmula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karmula
Where is Karmula located?
Karmula village is located in Tral Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Karmula?
The Halqa Panchayat of Karmula is Karmulla.
What is the pincode of Karmula?
The pincode of Karmula is 192123.
What is the population of Karmula?
Karmula had a total population of 1,539, including 796 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Karmula?
Karmula had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmula was 30.97%. Male literacy was 36.22% and female literacy was 25.13%.