Kara - Kotra, Udaipur
Kara is a village situated in the Kotra tehsil of Udaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotra and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Udaipur. Samoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kara is 105886. The village covers a total geographical area of 886 hectares and falls under the 313708 pincode. Pindwara is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gogunda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kara
According to the 2011 Census, Kara village had a total population of 974 people, including 494 males and 480 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.78%, with male literacy at 21.58% and female literacy at 3.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 964.
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 | 974 | 494 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 114 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 964 | 491 | 473 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 82 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 878 | 412 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Kara
Kara 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 Kara
Public transport in the Kara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pindwara to Kara is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Kara is about 80 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 Kara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kara 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 Kara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kara
Where is Kara located?
Kara village is located in Kotra Tehsil, Udaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kara is Samoli.
What is the pincode of Kara?
The pincode of Kara is 313708.
What is the population of Kara?
Kara had a total population of 974, including 494 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Kara?
Kara had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kara was 12.78%. Male literacy was 21.58% and female literacy was 3.77%.