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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Karla village has a total population of 1,285 people, consisting of 672 males and 613 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 926 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 523 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karla are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Karla?
Karla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karla?
The pincode of Karla is 444511.
What is the population of Karla?
Karla has a total population of 1,285, including 672 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Karla?
There are 296 households in Karla.
What is the literacy rate in Karla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karla is 72.06%. Male literacy is 80.21% and female literacy is 63.13%.