Karthalu - Saligrama, Mysuru
Karthalu is a village situated in the Saligrama taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from Krishnarajanagara and around 76 km from Mysore. Hanasoge serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karthalu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karthalu is 618596. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.67 hectares and falls under the 571617 pincode. K.r.nagara is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Karthalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnarajanagara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karthalu
As per Census 2011, Karthalu village has a total population of 1,851 people, consisting of 942 males and 909 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,123 literate and 728 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karthalu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,851 | 942 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 71 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 653 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 289 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Karthalu
Karthalu 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 Karthalu
Karthalu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from K.r.nagara to Karthalu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Karthalu is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karthalu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karthalu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karthalu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karthalu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karthalu
Where is Karthalu located?
Karthalu village is located in Saligrama Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karthalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Karthalu is Hanasoge.
What is the pincode of Karthalu?
The pincode of Karthalu is 571617.
What is the population of Karthalu?
Karthalu has a total population of 1,851, including 942 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Karthalu?
There are 467 households in Karthalu.
What is the literacy rate in Karthalu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karthalu is 60.67%. Male literacy is 69.32% and female literacy is 51.71%.