Karoli - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Karoli is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Karoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karoli is 505966. The village covers a total geographical area of 599 hectares and falls under the 450551 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karoli
As per Census 2011, Karoli village has a total population of 1,480 people, consisting of 744 males and 736 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 944 literate and 536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,480 | 744 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 224 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 944 | 569 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 175 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Karoli
Karoli 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 Karoli
Karoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karoli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanawad to Karoli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Karoli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karoli
Where is Karoli located?
Karoli village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karoli?
Karoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karoli?
The pincode of Karoli is 450551.
What is the population of Karoli?
Karoli has a total population of 1,480, including 744 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Karoli?
There are 296 households in Karoli.
What is the literacy rate in Karoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karoli is 63.78%. Male literacy is 76.48% and female literacy is 50.95%.