Karul

Karul is a village located in Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Kankavli (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Karul village is also a gram panchayat.

Karul has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karul is 566440. The village spans a total geographical area of 540.63 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Karul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

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Population of Karul

Below is a concise population overview of Karul as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 908 431 477
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 30 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 65 29 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 670 361 309
Illiterate Population 238 70 168

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karul village:

  • The total population of Karul village is around 908, including approximately 431 males and 477 females, with a sex ratio of 1106 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Karul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karul village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karul village is about 73.79%, with male literacy at 83.76% and female literacy at 64.78%.
  • There are around 213 households in Karul village.

Connectivity of Karul

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karul. As per the 2011 stats, Karul 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karul

Knowing the nearby villages of Karul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karul.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Karul

Where is Karul located?
Karul village is situated in Kankavli Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karul?
Karul serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Karul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karul is 908, with 431 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Karul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karul village has a total of 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karul is 73.79%. The male literacy rate is 83.76%, while the female literacy rate is 64.78%.