Karala Gaon - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Karala Gaon is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Bageshwar and around 30 km from Bageshwar. Karasiboonga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karala Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karala Gaon is 051171. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.08 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karala Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karala Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Karala Gaon village had a total population of 271 people, including 139 males and 132 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.48%, with male literacy at 97.58% and female literacy at 78.99%.
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 | 271 | 139 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 121 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 18 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Karala Gaon
Karala Gaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karala Gaon
Karala Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Karala Gaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karala Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karala Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karala Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karala Gaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karala Gaon
Where is Karala Gaon located?
Karala Gaon village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karala Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Karala Gaon is Karasiboonga.
What is the pincode of Karala Gaon?
The pincode of Karala Gaon is 263628.
What is the population of Karala Gaon?
Karala Gaon had a total population of 271, including 139 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Karala Gaon?
Karala Gaon had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karala Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karala Gaon was 88.48%. Male literacy was 97.58% and female literacy was 78.99%.