Karer - Kotri, Bhilwara
Karer is a village situated in the Kotri tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotri and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Badla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karer is 095819. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.56 hectares and falls under the 311011 pincode. Bhilwara is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Karer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jahazpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhilwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karer
As per Census 2011, Karer village has a total population of 584 people, consisting of 302 males and 282 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 302 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 201 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 101 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Karer
Karer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhakliya | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Amartiya | West | 2.14 km |
| Adsipura | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Gendliya | South | 2.90 km |
| Barla | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Khajeena | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Ren | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Peethas | West | 4.34 km |
| Chandgarh | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Jeetya | South | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karer
Public transport in the Karer is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Barundini, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhilwara to Karer is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karer 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karer
Where is Karer located?
Karer village is located in Kotri Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karer?
The Gram Panchayat of Karer is Badla.
What is the pincode of Karer?
The pincode of Karer is 311011.
What is the population of Karer?
Karer has a total population of 584, including 302 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Karer?
There are 106 households in Karer.
What is the literacy rate in Karer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karer is 61.64%. Male literacy is 66.56% and female literacy is 56.38%.