Karacha Tola - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Karacha Tola is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Asandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karacha Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karacha Tola is 214360. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.81 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Karacha 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 Karacha Tola
As per Census 2011, Karacha Tola village has a total population of 288 people, consisting of 151 males and 137 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 198 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karacha Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 151 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 105 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 88 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 63 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Karacha Tola
Karacha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaya Dah | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Jogedah | East | 2.02 km |
| Ikadari | West | 2.15 km |
| Asandih | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Nawa Tola | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Chipiya | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Ranadah Tola | East | 4.34 km |
| Karkachhi | West | 4.42 km |
| Munagadih | North | 4.79 km |
| Pokhara | North-West | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karacha Tola
Karacha Tola 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 Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 141.4 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 Sonbhadra to Karacha Tola is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karacha Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karacha Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karacha 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 Karacha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karacha Tola
Where is Karacha Tola located?
Karacha Tola village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karacha Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Karacha Tola is Asandih.
What is the pincode of Karacha Tola?
The pincode of Karacha Tola is 231208.
What is the population of Karacha Tola?
Karacha Tola has a total population of 288, including 151 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Karacha Tola?
There are 60 households in Karacha Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Karacha Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karacha Tola is 42.36%. Male literacy is 58.28% and female literacy is 24.82%.