Karakat

Karakat is a village located in Karakat subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Karakat (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Karakat village is also a gram panchayat.

Karakat has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Karakat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karakat is 251267. The village spans a total geographical area of 151 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802212. Bikramganj is nearest town to Karakat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Karakat

Below is a concise population overview of Karakat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,563 1,324 1,239
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 512 271 241
Scheduled Castes (SC) 554 293 261
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 1,526 883 643
Illiterate Population 1,037 441 596

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karakat village:

  • The total population of Karakat village is around 2,563, including approximately 1,324 males and 1,239 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 512 children aged 0–6 years in Karakat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karakat village has 554 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karakat village is about 59.54%, with male literacy at 66.69% and female literacy at 51.90%.
  • There are around 400 households in Karakat village.

Connectivity of Karakat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karakat. As per the 2011 stats, Karakat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karakat

Knowing the nearby villages of Karakat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karakat.

Murarpur Mahuari Dhanchhuha Punai Dih Mohanpur Jaisari English Misrauliya Jaisari Bensagar Khairadih Bhopatpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Karakat

Where is Karakat located?
Karakat village is situated in Karakat Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karakat?
Karakat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karakat?
The pincode of Karakat is 802212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karakat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karakat is 2,563, with 1,324 males and 1,239 females.
How many households are there in Karakat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karakat village has a total of 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karakat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karakat is 59.54%. The male literacy rate is 66.69%, while the female literacy rate is 51.90%.