Karela
Karela is a village located in Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Maksudangarh (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Karela village is also a gram panchayat.
Karela has its own place in the vibrant Guna region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karela is 499451. The village spans a total geographical area of 232 hectares. Biaora is nearest town to Karela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karela
Population of Karela
Below is a concise population overview of Karela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 494 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 481 | 342 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 152 | 286 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karela village:
- The total population of Karela village is around 919, including approximately 494 males and 425 females, with a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Karela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karela village has 124 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karela village is about 52.34%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 32.71%.
- There are around 184 households in Karela village.
Connectivity of Karela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karela. As per the 2011 stats, Karela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karela
Knowing the nearby villages of Karela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karela
- Where is Karela located?
- Karela village is situated in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karela?
- Karela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karela is 919, with 494 males and 425 females.
- How many households are there in Karela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karela village has a total of 184 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karela is 52.34%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 32.71%.