Karur - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Karur is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Karor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karur is 033408. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 141112 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Karur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karur
As per Census 2011, Karur village has a total population of 216 people, consisting of 108 males and 108 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 108 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 11 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 54 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Karur
Karur 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 Karur
Karur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ludhiana to Karur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karur
Where is Karur located?
Karur village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karur?
The Gram Panchayat of Karur is Karor.
What is the pincode of Karur?
The pincode of Karur is 141112.
What is the population of Karur?
Karur has a total population of 216, including 108 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Karur?
There are 36 households in Karur.
What is the literacy rate in Karur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karur is 45.37%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 40.74%.