Karlah - Chenani, Udhampur
Karlah is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Karlah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlah is 004991. The village covers a total geographical area of 1064.3 hectares and falls under the 182142 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karlah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karlah
As per Census 2011, Karlah village has a total population of 2,578 people, consisting of 1,339 males and 1,239 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,319 literate and 1,259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 630 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karlah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,578 | 1,339 | 1,239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 233 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 132 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 328 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 847 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,259 | 492 | 767 |
Nearby Villages of Karlah
Karlah 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bashat | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Challyar | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Incha | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Kud | West | 4.38 km |
| Sudh Mahadev | South-East | 4.91 km |
| Bain | South | 5.77 km |
| Buland Pur | East | 6.44 km |
| Ghumarli | South | 6.63 km |
| Kharwa | South | 7.57 km |
| Mada | West | 7.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karlah
Karlah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Udhampur, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chenani to Karlah is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Karlah is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karlah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karlah
Where is Karlah located?
Karlah village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlah?
Karlah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karlah?
The pincode of Karlah is 182142.
What is the population of Karlah?
Karlah has a total population of 2,578, including 1,339 males and 1,239 females.
How many households are there in Karlah?
There are 447 households in Karlah.
What is the literacy rate in Karlah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlah is 51.16%. Male literacy is 63.26% and female literacy is 38.10%.