Karlo - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Karlo is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Karalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlo is 503548. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.32 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Karlo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karlo
As per Census 2011, Karlo village has a total population of 1,025 people, consisting of 548 males and 477 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 311 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karlo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,025 | 548 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 107 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 163 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 260 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 288 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Karlo
Karlo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badhnai | South | 2.33 km |
| Bairdah | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Sundar | East | 3.63 km |
| Dhilari | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Geer | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Budhadand | South | 5.01 km |
| Sakariya | North-East | 5.54 km |
| Godawar | East | 5.72 km |
| Saraha | South-East | 6.57 km |
| Bamhani | South-West | 7.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karlo
Karlo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.4 km.
| 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 Singrauli to Karlo is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Karlo is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlo 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karlo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karlo
Where is Karlo located?
Karlo village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlo?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlo is Karalo.
What is the pincode of Karlo?
The pincode of Karlo is 486882.
What is the population of Karlo?
Karlo has a total population of 1,025, including 548 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Karlo?
There are 165 households in Karlo.
What is the literacy rate in Karlo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlo is 40.68%. Male literacy is 47.45% and female literacy is 32.91%.