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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Karutola village had a total population of 1,929 people, including 950 males and 979 females, living in 471 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.94%, with male literacy at 89.58% and female literacy at 78.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
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 | 1,929 | 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 Village Panchayat of Karutola?
Karutola is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karutola?
The pincode of Karutola is 441916.
What is the population of Karutola?
Karutola had a total population of 1,929, including 950 males and 979 females.
How many households are there in Karutola?
Karutola had 471 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karutola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karutola was 83.94%. Male literacy was 89.58% and female literacy was 78.54%.