Karankata - Baska, Baksa
Karankata is a village situated in the Baska subdivision of Baksa district, Assam. It is located approximately 120 km from Assam and around 17 km from Mushalpur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karankata is 304275. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.1 hectares and falls under the 781330 pincode. Pathsala is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karankata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chapaguri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karankata
According to the 2011 Census, Karankata village had a total population of 339 people, including 178 males and 161 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.66%, with male literacy at 76.58% and female literacy at 57.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 334.
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 | 339 | 178 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 334 | 175 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 121 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 57 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Karankata
Karankata 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 Karankata
Karankata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathsala to Karankata is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mushalpur to Karankata is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karankata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karankata 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karankata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karankata 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karankata
Where is Karankata located?
Karankata village is located in Baska Subdivision, Baksa district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Karankata?
The pincode of Karankata is 781330.
What is the population of Karankata?
Karankata had a total population of 339, including 178 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Karankata?
Karankata had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karankata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karankata was 67.66%. Male literacy was 76.58% and female literacy was 57.93%.