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.
Here you can discover what makes Karala unique in its vibrant Dera Bassi-Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Karala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Karala
Population of Karala
According to the 2011 Census, Karala has a total population of about 1,933, with approximately 1,007 males and 926 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 281 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 673 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.15%, with male literacy at about 65.34% and female literacy near 56.59%. There are around 347 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.