Karrakote
Karrakote is a village located in Baramkela tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Baramkela (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Karrakot is the gram panchayat of Karrakote village.
Karrakote has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Karrakote
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karrakote is 435684. The village spans a total geographical area of 308.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496554. Baramkela is nearest town to Karrakote village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karrakote village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karrakote
Population of Karrakote
Below is a concise population overview of Karrakote as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 953 | 469 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 58 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 345 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 124 | 190 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karrakote village:
- The total population of Karrakote village is around 953, including approximately 469 males and 484 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Karrakote village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karrakote village has 89 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 80 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karrakote village is about 67.05%, with male literacy at 73.56% and female literacy at 60.74%.
- There are around 250 households in Karrakote village.
Connectivity of Karrakote
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karrakote. As per the 2011 stats, Karrakote 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karrakote
Knowing the nearby villages of Karrakote helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karrakote.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karrakote
- Where is Karrakote located?
- Karrakote village is situated in Baramkela Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karrakote?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karrakote is Karrakot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karrakote?
- The pincode of Karrakote is 496554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karrakote as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karrakote is 953, with 469 males and 484 females.
- How many households are there in Karrakote as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karrakote village has a total of 250 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karrakote as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karrakote is 67.05%. The male literacy rate is 73.56%, while the female literacy rate is 60.74%.