Karad - Samba
Karad is a village situated in the Samba tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Samba, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kard serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karad is 006358. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.7 hectares and falls under the 184121 pincode.
Karad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karad
As per Census 2011, Karad village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 104 males and 79 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 759 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 104 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 33 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 66 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 38 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Karad
Karad 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 Karad
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Karad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Karad is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karad 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 Karad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karad
Where is Karad located?
Karad village is located in Samba Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karad?
The Gram Panchayat of Karad is Kard.
What is the pincode of Karad?
The pincode of Karad is 184121.
What is the population of Karad?
Karad has a total population of 183, including 104 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Karad?
There are 30 households in Karad.
What is the literacy rate in Karad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karad is 53.55%. Male literacy is 63.46% and female literacy is 40.51%.