Karla - Patur, Akola
Karla is a village situated in the Patur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Karla village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karla is 530368. The village covers a total geographical area of 1082 hectares and falls under the 444511 pincode. Patur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karla
According to the 2011 Census, Karla village had a total population of 1,285 people, including 672 males and 613 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.95%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 71.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 523, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 1,285 | 672 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 84 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 523 | 276 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 926 | 539 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 133 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Karla
Karla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khaparkhed | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Alegaon | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Asola | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Charangaon | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Palaskhed | North | 3.44 km |
| Shekapur | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Dolarkhed | West | 4.19 km |
| Beltala | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Jamb | South | 4.91 km |
| Golegaon | West | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karla
Karla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lohogad, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patur to Karla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Karla is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karla
Where is Karla located?
Karla village is located in Patur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karla?
Karla is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karla?
The pincode of Karla is 444511.
What is the population of Karla?
Karla had a total population of 1,285, including 672 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Karla?
Karla had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karla was 81.95%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 71.40%.