Karola - Tonk
Karola is a village situated in the Tonk tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from Tonk, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Deoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karola is 093002. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 304021 pincode. Tonk is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Tonk Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karola
According to the 2011 Census, Karola village had a total population of 1,006 people, including 538 males and 468 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.79%, with male literacy at 70.18% and female literacy at 27.73%.
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 | 1,006 | 538 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 92 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 313 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 225 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Karola
Karola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chiroj | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Borkhandi Khurd | West | 2.08 km |
| Deobarniyan | East | 2.50 km |
| Deoli | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Sohela | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Hayatpura | South | 3.94 km |
| Hatauna | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Arniya Tiwari | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Shyopuri | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Shuklpura | East | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karola
Karola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Siras, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tonk to Karola is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karola
Where is Karola located?
Karola village is located in Tonk Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karola?
The Gram Panchayat of Karola is Deoli.
What is the pincode of Karola?
The pincode of Karola is 304021.
What is the population of Karola?
Karola had a total population of 1,006, including 538 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Karola?
Karola had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karola was 50.79%. Male literacy was 70.18% and female literacy was 27.73%.