Karola - Sanchore, Jalore
Karola is a village situated in the Sanchore tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from Sanchore and around 147 km from Jalor. Karola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karola is 089699. The village covers a total geographical area of 2027.69 hectares and falls under the 343041 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Karola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karola
As per Census 2011, Karola village has a total population of 4,796 people, consisting of 2,536 males and 2,260 females. The village has 811 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 850 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,278 literate and 2,518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,796 | 2,536 | 2,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 850 | 469 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,113 | 597 | 516 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,278 | 1,549 | 729 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,518 | 987 | 1,531 |
Nearby Villages of Karola
Karola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karola
Karola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Karola is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Karola is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karola
Where is Karola located?
Karola village is located in Sanchore Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karola?
Karola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karola?
The pincode of Karola is 343041.
What is the population of Karola?
Karola has a total population of 4,796, including 2,536 males and 2,260 females.
How many households are there in Karola?
There are 811 households in Karola.
What is the literacy rate in Karola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karola is 47.50%. Male literacy is 61.08% and female literacy is 32.26%.