Karankia
Karankia is a village located in Raniganj subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Raniganj (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Dhobinia is the gram panchayat of Karankia village.
Karankia has its own place in the vibrant Araria region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karankia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karankia is 221755. The village spans a total geographical area of 287 hectares. Araria is nearest town to Karankia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Karankia
Population of Karankia
Below is a concise population overview of Karankia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,272 | 2,195 | 2,077 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 925 | 487 | 438 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 726 | 376 | 350 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 129 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 1,623 | 1,001 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,649 | 1,194 | 1,455 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karankia village:
- The total population of Karankia village is around 4,272, including approximately 2,195 males and 2,077 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 925 children aged 0–6 years in Karankia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karankia village has 726 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 278 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karankia village is about 37.99%, with male literacy at 45.60% and female literacy at 29.95%.
- There are around 892 households in Karankia village.
Connectivity of Karankia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karankia. As per the 2011 stats, Karankia 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 Karankia
Knowing the nearby villages of Karankia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karankia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karankia
- Where is Karankia located?
- Karankia village is situated in Raniganj Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karankia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karankia is Dhobinia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Karankia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karankia is 4,272, with 2,195 males and 2,077 females.
- How many households are there in Karankia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karankia village has a total of 892 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karankia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karankia is 37.99%. The male literacy rate is 45.60%, while the female literacy rate is 29.95%.