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.

Karas has its own place in the vibrant Aligarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Karas

Below is a concise population overview of Karas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karas village:

  • The total population of Karas village is around 7,593, including approximately 4,088 males and 3,505 females, with a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,273 children aged 0–6 years in Karas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karas village has 2,589 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karas village is about 59.08%, with male literacy at 70.33% and female literacy at 45.96%.
  • There are around 1,250 households in Karas village.

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.

Nagla Phalahar Kheriya Gurdev Basai Sirkurra Rahatpur Imalliya Belauth Paharhipur Naugavan Tochhigarh Bairam Garhi Kanaura

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%.