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.

Karka has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 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

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

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

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

  • The total population of Karka village is around 590, including approximately 293 males and 297 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Karka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karka village has 582 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karka village is about 16.78%, with male literacy at 18.77% and female literacy at 14.81%.
  • There are around 130 households in Karka village.

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.

Pedawada Kakalgur Darbha Tirathgarh Chhindwada Kondloor Mundagarh Chhindgur Koleng Kandanar Alangnar

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%.