Karol - Mokhada, Palghar
Karol is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from Mokhada and around 110 km from Thane. Karol village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karol is 552012. The village covers a total geographical area of 1009 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Karol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karol
According to the 2011 Census, Karol village had a total population of 945 people, including 476 males and 469 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.51%, with male literacy at 68.12% and female literacy at 42.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 932.
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 | 945 | 476 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 87 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 932 | 470 | 462 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 265 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 211 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Karol
Karol 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 Karol
Karol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Jawhar to Karol is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Karol is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karol
Where is Karol located?
Karol village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karol?
Karol is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karol?
The pincode of Karol is 401604.
What is the population of Karol?
Karol had a total population of 945, including 476 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Karol?
Karol had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karol was 55.51%. Male literacy was 68.12% and female literacy was 42.97%.