Karoli - Kathumar, Alwar
Karoli is a village situated in the Kathumar tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathumar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Arroowa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karoli is 073833. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 321605 pincode. Kherli is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Karoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nadbai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karoli
According to the 2011 Census, Karoli village had a total population of 780 people, including 403 males and 377 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.48%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 66.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 780 | 403 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 305 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 98 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Karoli
Karoli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Masari | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Nangla Rampura | West | 2.03 km |
| Chohari Ka Nangla | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Garoo | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Arruwa | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Bharithal | East | 2.99 km |
| Reta | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Moodiya | East | 3.67 km |
| Nangla Keshariya | West | 3.98 km |
| Daroda | West | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karoli
Public transport in the Karoli is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarcherra Brlrm, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kherli to Karoli is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Karoli is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karoli
Where is Karoli located?
Karoli village is located in Kathumar Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Karoli is Arroowa.
What is the pincode of Karoli?
The pincode of Karoli is 321605.
What is the population of Karoli?
Karoli had a total population of 780, including 403 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Karoli?
Karoli had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karoli was 77.48%. Male literacy was 86.89% and female literacy was 66.98%.