Karaulisurja - Iglas, Aligarh
Karaulisurja is a village situated in the Iglas tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iglas and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Surja Karauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaulisurja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaulisurja is 122786. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.5 hectares and falls under the 204101 pincode. Besvan is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Karaulisurja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Iglas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hathras Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaulisurja
As per Census 2011, Karaulisurja village has a total population of 2,404 people, consisting of 1,302 males and 1,102 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,417 literate and 987 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karaulisurja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,404 | 1,302 | 1,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 200 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 130 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 1,417 | 915 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 987 | 387 | 600 |
Nearby Villages of Karaulisurja
Karaulisurja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sudama | East | 1.46 km |
| Shyam Garhi | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Kurhvara | West | 1.94 km |
| Bakla | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Irolizunnardar | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Neem Gaon | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Nagla Dani | South | 2.96 km |
| Piri | South | 3.01 km |
| Jaiswan | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Kubara | North | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karaulisurja
Karaulisurja is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Raya, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Besvan to Karaulisurja is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Karaulisurja is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaulisurja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaulisurja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karaulisurja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaulisurja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karaulisurja
Where is Karaulisurja located?
Karaulisurja village is located in Iglas Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaulisurja?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaulisurja is Surja Karauli.
What is the pincode of Karaulisurja?
The pincode of Karaulisurja is 204101.
What is the population of Karaulisurja?
Karaulisurja has a total population of 2,404, including 1,302 males and 1,102 females.
How many households are there in Karaulisurja?
There are 412 households in Karaulisurja.
What is the literacy rate in Karaulisurja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaulisurja is 58.94%. Male literacy is 70.28% and female literacy is 45.55%.