Karayal - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Karayal is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Dhari and around 85 km from Nainital. Takura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karayal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karayal is 055021. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.54 hectares and falls under the 263126 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Karayal 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 Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karayal
According to the 2011 Census, Karayal village had a total population of 294 people, including 156 males and 138 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.88%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 72.03%.
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 | 294 | 156 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 134 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 22 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Karayal
Karayal 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 Karayal
Karayal 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 Nainital to Karayal is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karayal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karayal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karayal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karayal 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 Karayal
Where is Karayal located?
Karayal village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karayal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karayal is Takura.
What is the pincode of Karayal?
The pincode of Karayal is 263126.
What is the population of Karayal?
Karayal had a total population of 294, including 156 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Karayal?
Karayal had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karayal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karayal was 84.88%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 72.03%.