Karla - Ausa, Latur
Karla is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Karla village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karla is 560708. The village covers a total geographical area of 2147 hectares and falls under the 413516 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Karla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karla
According to the 2011 Census, Karla village had a total population of 3,540 people, including 1,808 males and 1,732 females, living in 849 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.63%, with male literacy at 84.33% and female literacy at 64.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 433, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 3,540 | 1,808 | 1,732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 251 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 215 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 2,295 | 1,313 | 982 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,245 | 495 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Karla
Karla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pardhewadi | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Nadi Hattarga | South | 3.75 km |
| Kumtha | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Sangvi [je] | East | 5.05 km |
| Sirsal | West | 5.13 km |
| Mogarga | North | 5.42 km |
| Killari | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Chincholi Jo | North-West | 5.59 km |
| Yelavat | West | 5.77 km |
| Kokalgaon | South-East | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karla
Karla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ausa to Karla is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Karla is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karla 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karla
Where is Karla located?
Karla village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karla?
Karla is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karla?
The pincode of Karla is 413516.
What is the population of Karla?
Karla had a total population of 3,540, including 1,808 males and 1,732 females.
How many households are there in Karla?
Karla had 849 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karla was 74.63%. Male literacy was 84.33% and female literacy was 64.69%.