Karka

Karka is a village located in Darbha tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Darbha (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Karka village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Karka unique in its vibrant Darbha-Bastar region. You’ll see Karka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karka is 449620. The village spans a total geographical area of 251.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494115. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Karka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.

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Population of Karka

According to the 2011 Census, Karka has a total population of about 590, with approximately 293 males and 297 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 123 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 582. The overall literacy rate is approximately 16.78%, with male literacy at about 18.77% and female literacy near 14.81%. There are around 130 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 590 293 297
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 123 74 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 582 290 292
Literate Population 99 55 44
Illiterate Population 491 238 253

Connectivity of Karka

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karka

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Karka

Where is Karka located?
Karka village is situated in Darbha Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karka?
Karka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karka?
The pincode of Karka is 494115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karka is 590, with 293 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Karka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karka village has a total of 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karka is 16.78%. The male literacy rate is 18.77%, while the female literacy rate is 14.81%.