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.
Karkara has its own place in the vibrant Raipur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Karkara 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkara village:
- The total population of Karkara village is around 1,093, including approximately 523 males and 570 females, with a sex ratio of 1089 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Karkara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkara village has 113 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 24 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkara village is about 61.57%, with male literacy at 73.61% and female literacy at 50.53%.
- There are around 296 households in Karkara village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.