Karial - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Karial is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 46.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ashokegram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karial is 310609. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.18 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Karial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karial
As per Census 2011, Karial village has a total population of 3,038 people, consisting of 1,534 males and 1,504 females. The village has 679 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,920 literate and 1,118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 654 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karial are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,038 | 1,534 | 1,504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 172 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 654 | 333 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 72 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,920 | 1,079 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,118 | 455 | 663 |
Nearby Villages of Karial
Karial is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaktipur | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Jalalpur | North | 1.52 km |
| Nandanpur | South | 1.65 km |
| Boaldaha | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Thengapara | East | 2.02 km |
| Nandura | North | 2.07 km |
| Barahara | West | 2.12 km |
| Sahananda | West | 2.16 km |
| Uttar Daulatpur | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Bejebikair | South-West | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karial
Karial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Karial is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Karial is about 46.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karial
Where is Karial located?
Karial village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karial?
The Gram Panchayat of Karial is Ashokegram.
What is the pincode of Karial?
The pincode of Karial is 733124.
What is the population of Karial?
Karial has a total population of 3,038, including 1,534 males and 1,504 females.
How many households are there in Karial?
There are 679 households in Karial.
What is the literacy rate in Karial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karial is 63.20%. Male literacy is 70.34% and female literacy is 55.92%.