Karutola
Karutola is a village located in Salekasa tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Salekasa (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Karutola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karutola unique in its vibrant Salekasa-Gondiya region. You’ll see Karutola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karutola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karutola is 538048. The village spans a total geographical area of 818.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 441902. Gondiya is nearest town to Karutola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karutola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karutola
Population of Karutola
According to the 2011 Census, Karutola has a total population of about 1,929, with approximately 950 males and 979 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 189 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 199. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.89%, with male literacy at about 80.53% and female literacy near 71.40%. There are around 471 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karutola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Karutola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karutola. As per the 2011 stats, Karutola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karutola
Knowing the nearby villages of Karutola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karutola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karutola
- Where is Karutola located?
- Karutola village is situated in Salekasa Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karutola?
- Karutola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karutola?
- The pincode of Karutola is 441902, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karutola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karutola is 1,929, with 950 males and 979 females.
- How many households are there in Karutola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karutola village has a total of 471 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karutola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karutola is 75.89%. The male literacy rate is 80.53%, while the female literacy rate is 71.40%.