Karela - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Karela is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Karela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karela is 499451. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Karela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karela
According to the 2011 Census, Karela village had a total population of 919 people, including 494 males and 425 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.23%, with male literacy at 82.01% and female literacy at 39.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 919 | 494 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 342 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 152 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Karela
Karela 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 Karela
Karela is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Biaora to Karela is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Karela is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karela 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karela 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 Karela
Where is Karela located?
Karela village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karela?
Karela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karela?
The pincode of Karela is 473287.
What is the population of Karela?
Karela had a total population of 919, including 494 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Karela?
Karela had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karela was 62.23%. Male literacy was 82.01% and female literacy was 39.04%.