Karel - Malarna Doongar, Sawai Madhopur
Karel is a village situated in the Malarna Doongar tehsil of Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malarna Doongar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Sawai Madhopur. Karel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karel is 077359. The village covers a total geographical area of 614 hectares and falls under the 322028 pincode. Sawai Madhopur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Karel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawai madhopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karel
As per Census 2011, Karel village has a total population of 2,420 people, consisting of 1,282 males and 1,138 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,379 literate and 1,041 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,391 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,420 | 1,282 | 1,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 184 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 156 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,391 | 747 | 644 |
| Literate Population | 1,379 | 940 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,041 | 342 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Karel
Karel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Samrathpura | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Samrathpura | South | 1.92 km |
| Neemod | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Phalsawata | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Tigriya | North | 3.24 km |
| Keeratpura | West | 3.35 km |
| Didwara | South | 3.37 km |
| Berkhandi | East | 3.58 km |
| Barh Bariyara Chak No.1 | West | 3.62 km |
| Bariyara | North-West | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karel
Karel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nomoda, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawai Madhopur to Karel is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karel
Where is Karel located?
Karel village is located in Malarna Doongar Tehsil, Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karel?
Karel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karel?
The pincode of Karel is 322028.
What is the population of Karel?
Karel has a total population of 2,420, including 1,282 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Karel?
There are 517 households in Karel.
What is the literacy rate in Karel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karel is 56.98%. Male literacy is 73.32% and female literacy is 38.58%.