Karlai - Kothaguda, Mahabubabad
Karlai is a village situated in the Kothaguda mandal of Mahabubabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 20 km from Kothagudem and around 82 km from Warangal. Karlai village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlai is 578448. The village covers a total geographical area of 876 hectares and falls under the 506135 pincode. Yellandu is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karlai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karlai
According to the 2011 Census, Karlai village had a total population of 878 people, including 427 males and 451 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.95%, with male literacy at 68.41% and female literacy at 40.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 673.
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 | 878 | 427 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 673 | 333 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 262 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 165 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Karlai
Karlai 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 Karlai
Karlai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Yellandu to Karlai is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Warangal to Karlai 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 Karlai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlai 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 Karlai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlai 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 Karlai
Where is Karlai located?
Karlai village is located in Kothaguda Mandal, Mahabubabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Karlai?
Karlai is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karlai?
The pincode of Karlai is 506135.
What is the population of Karlai?
Karlai had a total population of 878, including 427 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Karlai?
Karlai had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karlai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlai was 53.95%. Male literacy was 68.41% and female literacy was 40.15%.