Karutola - Salekasa, Gondia
Karutola is a village situated in the Salekasa tehsil of Gondia district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from Salekasa and around 40 km from Gondiya. Karutola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karutola is 538048. The village covers a total geographical area of 818.47 hectares and falls under the 441916 pincode. Gondiya is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karutola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karutola
As per Census 2011, Karutola village has a total population of 1,929 people, consisting of 950 males and 979 females. The village has 471 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,464 literate and 465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 199 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karutola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,929 | 950 | 979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 96 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 98 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 1,464 | 765 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 185 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Karutola
Karutola 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 Karutola
Karutola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gondiya to Karutola is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karutola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karutola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karutola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karutola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karutola
Where is Karutola located?
Karutola village is located in Salekasa Tehsil, Gondia district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karutola?
Karutola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karutola?
The pincode of Karutola is 441916.
What is the population of Karutola?
Karutola has a total population of 1,929, including 950 males and 979 females.
How many households are there in Karutola?
There are 471 households in Karutola.
What is the literacy rate in Karutola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karutola is 75.89%. Male literacy is 80.53% and female literacy is 71.40%.