Karekatta - Manpur, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Karekatta is a village situated in the Manpur tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from Manpur and around 132 km from Rajnandgaon. Karekatta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karekatta is 441478. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.08 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Karekatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karekatta
According to the 2011 Census, Karekatta village had a total population of 336 people, including 179 males and 157 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.13%, with male literacy at 83.89% and female literacy at 48.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 312.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 336 | 179 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 166 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 125 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 54 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Karekatta
Karekatta 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 Karekatta
Karekatta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Karekatta is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Karekatta is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karekatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karekatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karekatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karekatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karekatta
Where is Karekatta located?
Karekatta village is located in Manpur Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karekatta?
Karekatta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karekatta?
The pincode of Karekatta is 491229.
What is the population of Karekatta?
Karekatta had a total population of 336, including 179 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Karekatta?
Karekatta had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karekatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karekatta was 67.13%. Male literacy was 83.89% and female literacy was 48.91%.