Karali Kalan - Ramgarh, Samba
Karali Kalan is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Samba and around 15 km from Samba. Chak Salaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karali Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karali Kalan is 006483. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.6 hectares and falls under the 181141 pincode.
Karali Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vijay pur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karali Kalan
As per Census 2011, Karali Kalan village has a total population of 1,106 people, consisting of 558 males and 548 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 859 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karali Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,106 | 558 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 859 | 468 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 90 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Karali Kalan
Karali Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karali Khurd | North-West | 0.73 km |
| Chak Baglan | North | 1.56 km |
| Chak Daulat | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Keso Manhasan | South | 2.68 km |
| Ram Garh | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Shahzad Pur | West | 3.09 km |
| Barota | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Badali | North | 3.52 km |
| Lagwal | South | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karali Kalan
Karali Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vijaypur Jammu, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Samba to Karali Kalan is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karali Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karali Kalan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karali Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karali Kalan 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 Karali Kalan
Where is Karali Kalan located?
Karali Kalan village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karali Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karali Kalan is Chak Salaria.
What is the pincode of Karali Kalan?
The pincode of Karali Kalan is 181141.
What is the population of Karali Kalan?
Karali Kalan has a total population of 1,106, including 558 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Karali Kalan?
There are 258 households in Karali Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Karali Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karali Kalan is 77.67%. Male literacy is 83.87% and female literacy is 71.35%.