Karara
Karara is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 132km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Karada is the gram panchayat of Karara village.
Here you can discover what makes Karara unique in its vibrant Puraula-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Karara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karara is 040159. The village spans a total geographical area of 165.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Karara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Karara
Population of Karara
According to the 2011 Census, Karara has a total population of about 667, with approximately 325 males and 342 females. The sex ratio is around 1052 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 287 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.67%, with male literacy at about 70.15% and female literacy near 43.86%. There are around 124 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 325 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 49 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 145 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 378 | 228 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 97 | 192 |
Connectivity of Karara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karara. As per the 2011 stats, Karara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karara
Knowing the nearby villages of Karara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karara
- Where is Karara located?
- Karara village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karara is Karada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karara?
- The pincode of Karara is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karara is 667, with 325 males and 342 females.
- How many households are there in Karara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karara village has a total of 124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karara is 56.67%. The male literacy rate is 70.15%, while the female literacy rate is 43.86%.