Karas

Karas is a village located in Iglas tehsil of Aligarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Iglas (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Aligarh. As per 2009 stats, Karas village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Karas unique in its vibrant Iglas-Aligarh region. You’ll see Karas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karas is 122874. The village spans a total geographical area of 997.25 hectares. Iglas is nearest town to Karas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

Google Map of Karas

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Population of Karas

According to the 2011 Census, Karas has a total population of about 7,593, with approximately 4,088 males and 3,505 females. The sex ratio is around 857 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,273 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,589 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.08%, with male literacy at about 70.33% and female literacy near 45.96%. There are around 1,250 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,593 4,088 3,505
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,273 698 575
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,589 1,391 1,198
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,486 2,875 1,611
Illiterate Population 3,107 1,213 1,894

Connectivity of Karas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karas. As per the 2011 stats, Karas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karas

Knowing the nearby villages of Karas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karas.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karas

Where is Karas located?
Karas village is situated in Iglas Tehsil, within the Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karas?
Karas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Karas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karas is 7,593, with 4,088 males and 3,505 females.
How many households are there in Karas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karas village has a total of 1,250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karas is 59.08%. The male literacy rate is 70.33%, while the female literacy rate is 45.96%.