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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Karhala village had a total population of 2,086 people, including 1,084 males and 1,002 females, living in 449 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.94%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 57.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Karhala?
Karhala is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karhala?
The pincode of Karhala is 431501.
What is the population of Karhala?
Karhala had a total population of 2,086, including 1,084 males and 1,002 females.
How many households are there in Karhala?
Karhala had 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karhala was 65.94%. Male literacy was 74.32% and female literacy was 57.16%.