Karela - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Karela is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dyoukali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karela is 049171. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.16 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Karela
According to the 2011 Census, Karela village had a total population of 60 people, including 29 males and 31 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.21%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 72.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Karela
Karela 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 Karela
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karela. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Karela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Karela is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Karela is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karela
Where is Karela located?
Karela village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karela?
The Gram Panchayat of Karela is Dyoukali.
What is the pincode of Karela?
The pincode of Karela is 262552.
What is the population of Karela?
Karela had a total population of 60, including 29 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Karela?
Karela had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karela was 86.21%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 72.41%.