Karash - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Karash is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Jakhnidhar and around 52 km from New Tehri. Karash village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karash is 043712. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.9 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Karash village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karash
According to the 2011 Census, Karash village had a total population of 287 people, including 118 males and 169 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,432 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.68%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 73.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 287 | 118 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 88 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 30 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Karash
Karash 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 Karash
Karash is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Tehri to Karash is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Karash is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karash
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karash village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karash
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karash 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karash
Where is Karash located?
Karash village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karash?
Karash is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karash?
The pincode of Karash is 249121.
What is the population of Karash?
Karash had a total population of 287, including 118 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Karash?
Karash had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karash?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karash was 79.68%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 73.20%.