Karkasi Damas - Matia, Goalpara
Karkasi Damas is a village situated in the Matia subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Matia and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Maj Jakhili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkasi Damas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkasi Damas is 282370. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.07 hectares and falls under the 783126 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Karkasi Damas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dudhnoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkasi Damas
According to the 2011 Census, Karkasi Damas village had a total population of 367 people, including 183 males and 184 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 89.57% and female literacy at 73.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 365.
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 | 367 | 183 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 181 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 146 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 37 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Karkasi Damas
Karkasi Damas 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 Karkasi Damas
Karkasi Damas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karkasi Damas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Goalpara to Karkasi Damas is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkasi Damas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkasi Damas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karkasi Damas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkasi Damas 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karkasi Damas
Where is Karkasi Damas located?
Karkasi Damas village is located in Matia Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkasi Damas?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkasi Damas is Maj Jakhili.
What is the pincode of Karkasi Damas?
The pincode of Karkasi Damas is 783126.
What is the population of Karkasi Damas?
Karkasi Damas had a total population of 367, including 183 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Karkasi Damas?
Karkasi Damas had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkasi Damas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkasi Damas was 81.82%. Male literacy was 89.57% and female literacy was 73.72%.