Karaula - Palera, Tikamgarh
Karaula is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Karoula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaula is 456975. The village covers a total geographical area of 945.97 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Karaula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaula
According to the 2011 Census, Karaula village had a total population of 1,998 people, including 1,045 males and 953 females, living in 402 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.95%, with male literacy at 64.26% and female literacy at 40.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 534.
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 | 1,998 | 1,045 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 172 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 279 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 880 | 561 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,118 | 484 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Karaula
Karaula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gona | North | 1.55 km |
| Bela | South | 1.97 km |
| Ajokhar | West | 2.38 km |
| Alampura Khas | South | 2.77 km |
| Para | West | 3.19 km |
| Alampura Ugad | South | 3.21 km |
| Bhagwant Nagar | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Kubari | South | 4.18 km |
| Bhanpura | West | 4.23 km |
| Khakora | North | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karaula
Karaula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harpalpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Palera to Karaula is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Karaula is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaula 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 Karaula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karaula
Where is Karaula located?
Karaula village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karaula?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaula is Karoula.
What is the pincode of Karaula?
The pincode of Karaula is 472221.
What is the population of Karaula?
Karaula had a total population of 1,998, including 1,045 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Karaula?
Karaula had 402 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaula was 52.95%. Male literacy was 64.26% and female literacy was 40.43%.