Karalia - Kaliganj, Nadia
Karalia is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 54.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Faridpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karalia is 321384. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.5 hectares and falls under the 741153 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karalia
As per Census 2011, Karalia village has a total population of 1,744 people, consisting of 875 males and 869 females. The village has 427 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 958 literate and 786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,000 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,744 | 875 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 113 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,000 | 499 | 501 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 958 | 520 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 355 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Karalia
Karalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchpota | East | 1.11 km |
| Balidanga | South | 1.51 km |
| Faridpur | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Maheshpur | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Chak Durgabati | East | 1.96 km |
| Kamdebpur | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Mohanpur | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Brajanathpur | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Bara Atagi | North | 2.42 km |
| Dakshin Hajrapota | South-East | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karalia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karalia. The nearest railway station is Sahebtala, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katwa to Karalia is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Karalia is about 54.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karalia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karalia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karalia
Where is Karalia located?
Karalia village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karalia is Faridpur.
What is the pincode of Karalia?
The pincode of Karalia is 741153.
What is the population of Karalia?
Karalia has a total population of 1,744, including 875 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Karalia?
There are 427 households in Karalia.
What is the literacy rate in Karalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karalia is 54.93%. Male literacy is 59.43% and female literacy is 50.40%.