Karloo - Jaswantpura, Jalore
Karloo is a village situated in the Jaswantpura tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhinmal and around 82 km from Jalor. Savidar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karloo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karloo is 089401. The village covers a total geographical area of 887 hectares and falls under the 343049 pincode. Bhinmal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karloo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karloo
According to the 2011 Census, Karloo village had a total population of 2,796 people, including 1,412 males and 1,384 females, living in 481 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.63%, with male literacy at 72.89% and female literacy at 34.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 315, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 2,796 | 1,412 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 239 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 161 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 69 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 1,263 | 855 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,533 | 557 | 976 |
Nearby Villages of Karloo
Karloo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manoharji Ka Bas | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Paharpura | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Sawidar | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Basra Bhoja | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Chitrodi | West | 4.13 km |
| Pawli | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Gajipura | North | 4.76 km |
| Rajpura | South-East | 5.36 km |
| Khanda Deol | North-West | 5.48 km |
| Mandhar | North | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karloo
Karloo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Marwar Kori, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhinmal to Karloo is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Karloo is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karloo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karloo 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karloo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karloo 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karloo
Where is Karloo located?
Karloo village is located in Jaswantpura Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karloo?
The Gram Panchayat of Karloo is Savidar.
What is the pincode of Karloo?
The pincode of Karloo is 343049.
What is the population of Karloo?
Karloo had a total population of 2,796, including 1,412 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Karloo?
Karloo had 481 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karloo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karloo was 53.63%. Male literacy was 72.89% and female literacy was 34.52%.