Karach Tola - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Karach Tola is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Madhuban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karach Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karach Tola is 214197. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.31 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode.
Karach Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karach Tola
As per Census 2011, Karach Tola village has a total population of 740 people, consisting of 385 males and 355 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 278 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karach Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 740 | 385 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 142 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 180 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 205 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Karach Tola
Karach Tola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhuban | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Bodara Tola | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Naudiha | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Gangahar | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Barah Pan | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Gaur Singha | North | 3.16 km |
| Kharatiya Tola | West | 3.43 km |
| Randah Tola | East | 4.15 km |
| Deohar Pashchim | South | 4.50 km |
| Gohara | South-East | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karach Tola
Karach Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Karach Tola is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karach Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karach Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karach Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karach Tola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karach Tola
Where is Karach Tola located?
Karach Tola village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karach Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Karach Tola is Madhuban.
What is the pincode of Karach Tola?
The pincode of Karach Tola is 231208.
What is the population of Karach Tola?
Karach Tola has a total population of 740, including 385 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Karach Tola?
There are 146 households in Karach Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Karach Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karach Tola is 35.68%. Male literacy is 46.75% and female literacy is 23.66%.