Karatala - Mungaoli, Ashoknagar
Karatala is a village situated in the Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mungaoli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Dhimcholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karatala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karatala is 500632. The village covers a total geographical area of 353 hectares and falls under the 473443 pincode. Mungaoli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Karatala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karatala
As per Census 2011, Karatala village has a total population of 985 people, consisting of 538 males and 447 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karatala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 | 538 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 90 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 96 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 349 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 189 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Karatala
Karatala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umariya | West | 1.37 km |
| Dhimcholi | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Singarda | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Sihora | West | 3.00 km |
| Parkana | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Achalgarh | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Sahrai | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Hans Nagar | North | 3.86 km |
| Kalpi | North | 3.94 km |
| Aspat Khedi | South | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karatala
Karatala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Guneru Bamori, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Mungaoli to Karatala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Karatala is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karatala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karatala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karatala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karatala 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 Karatala
Where is Karatala located?
Karatala village is located in Mungaoli Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karatala?
The Gram Panchayat of Karatala is Dhimcholi.
What is the pincode of Karatala?
The pincode of Karatala is 473443.
What is the population of Karatala?
Karatala has a total population of 985, including 538 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Karatala?
There are 202 households in Karatala.
What is the literacy rate in Karatala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karatala is 51.88%. Male literacy is 64.87% and female literacy is 36.24%.