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
According to the 2011 Census, Karad village had a total population of 183 people, including 104 males and 79 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 760 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.82%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 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 had a total population of 183, including 104 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Karad?
Karad had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karad was 62.82%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 47.06%.