Karala

Karala is a village located in Dera Bassi tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Bassi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Karala village is also a gram panchayat.

Karala has its own place in the vibrant Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar 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 Karala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karala is 039236. The village spans a total geographical area of 369 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140103. Zirakpur is nearest town to Karala village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Karala

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,933 1,007 926
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 281 159 122
Scheduled Castes (SC) 673 349 324
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,182 658 524
Illiterate Population 751 349 402

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

  • The total population of Karala village is around 1,933, including approximately 1,007 males and 926 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 281 children aged 0–6 years in Karala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karala village has 673 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karala village is about 61.15%, with male literacy at 65.34% and female literacy at 56.59%.
  • There are around 347 households in Karala village.

Connectivity of Karala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karala. As per the 2011 stats, Karala 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 village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Karala

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

Rampur Kalan Azizpur Khizargarh Dharamgarh Khaspur Mathiaran Mamoli Manoli Surat Paragpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Karala

Where is Karala located?
Karala village is situated in Dera Bassi Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karala?
Karala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karala?
The pincode of Karala is 140103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karala is 1,933, with 1,007 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Karala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karala village has a total of 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karala is 61.15%. The male literacy rate is 65.34%, while the female literacy rate is 56.59%.