Karhala - Partur, Jalna
Karhala is a village situated in the Partur tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Partur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Karhala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karhala is 548083. The village covers a total geographical area of 1026 hectares and falls under the 431501 pincode. Partur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Karhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karhala
As per Census 2011, Karhala village has a total population of 2,086 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 1,002 females. The village has 449 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,179 literate and 907 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karhala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,086 | 1,084 | 1,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 169 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 135 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,179 | 680 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 404 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Karhala
Karhala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhokmal Tanda | South | 2.65 km |
| Surumgaon | West | 2.98 km |
| Lingsa | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Likhit Pimpri | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Akoli | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Paratwadi | West | 4.62 km |
| Shrishti | North | 4.78 km |
| Ashti | South-West | 5.04 km |
| Hanwadi | East | 5.80 km |
| Shrishti Tanda | North-West | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karhala
Karhala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Usmanpur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Partur to Karhala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Karhala is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karhala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karhala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karhala
Where is Karhala located?
Karhala village is located in Partur Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karhala?
Karhala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karhala?
The pincode of Karhala is 431501.
What is the population of Karhala?
Karhala has a total population of 2,086, including 1,084 males and 1,002 females.
How many households are there in Karhala?
There are 449 households in Karhala.
What is the literacy rate in Karhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karhala is 56.52%. Male literacy is 62.73% and female literacy is 49.80%.