Karngara - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Karngara is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from Gaurella and around 126 km from Bilaspur. Dhanouli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karngara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karngara is 437456. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.22 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karngara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karngara
As per Census 2011, Karngara village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 227 males and 241 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 466 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karngara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 227 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 226 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 107 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 120 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Karngara
Karngara 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 Karngara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karngara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaurella to Karngara is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Karngara is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karngara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karngara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karngara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karngara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karngara
Where is Karngara located?
Karngara village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karngara?
The Gram Panchayat of Karngara is Dhanouli.
What is the pincode of Karngara?
The pincode of Karngara is 495117.
What is the population of Karngara?
Karngara has a total population of 468, including 227 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Karngara?
There are 133 households in Karngara.
What is the literacy rate in Karngara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karngara is 34.83%. Male literacy is 47.14% and female literacy is 23.24%.