Karilia - Koil, Aligarh
Karilia is a village situated in the Koil tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koil and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Hayatpur Hingotia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karilia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karilia is 122379. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.79 hectares and falls under the 202002 pincode. Aligarh is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Karilia 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 Karilia
According to the 2011 Census, Karilia village had a total population of 1,208 people, including 630 males and 578 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.35%, with male literacy at 90.60% and female literacy at 60.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 1,208 | 630 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 98 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 482 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 148 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Karilia
Karilia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keshopur Jophri | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Digsi | South | 1.35 km |
| Rustampur Naimabad | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Hayatpur Hingotia | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Chandrapura | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Barola Haji | West | 1.83 km |
| Harnarayanpur | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Amarpur Nahra | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Salaimpur Mafi | East | 2.49 km |
| Dhaurra Palan | South | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karilia
Karilia 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 Aligarh Jn, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aligarh to Karilia is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karilia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karilia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karilia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karilia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karilia
Where is Karilia located?
Karilia village is located in Koil Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karilia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karilia is Hayatpur Hingotia.
What is the pincode of Karilia?
The pincode of Karilia is 202002.
What is the population of Karilia?
Karilia had a total population of 1,208, including 630 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Karilia?
Karilia had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karilia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karilia was 76.35%. Male literacy was 90.60% and female literacy was 60.66%.