Karkara
Karkara is a village located in Chhura tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Chhura (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Karkara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karkara unique in its vibrant Chhura-Raipur region. You’ll see Karkara’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 Karkara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkara is 445250. The village spans a total geographical area of 254.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491674. Chhura is nearest town to Karkara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Karkara
Population of Karkara
According to the 2011 Census, Karkara has a total population of about 1,093, with approximately 523 males and 570 females. The sex ratio is around 1089 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 113 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.57%, with male literacy at about 73.61% and female literacy near 50.53%. There are around 296 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,093 | 523 | 570 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 66 | 71 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
Literate Population | 673 | 385 | 288 |
Illiterate Population | 420 | 138 | 282 |
Connectivity of Karkara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkara. As per the 2011 stats, Karkara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkara
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkara
- Where is Karkara located?
- Karkara village is situated in Chhura Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkara?
- Karkara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkara?
- The pincode of Karkara is 491674, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkara is 1,093, with 523 males and 570 females.
- How many households are there in Karkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkara village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkara is 61.57%. The male literacy rate is 73.61%, while the female literacy rate is 50.53%.