Karramad - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Karramad is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Karramad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karramad is 447765. The village covers a total geographical area of 603.27 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Karramad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karramad
As per Census 2011, Karramad village has a total population of 729 people, consisting of 351 males and 378 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 561 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karramad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 729 | 351 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 48 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 561 | 273 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 245 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 106 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Karramad
Karramad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jatawada | East | 1.87 km |
| Diyagaon | South | 2.11 km |
| Mindoda | North | 2.58 km |
| Durgkondal | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Bhandardigi | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Jepra | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Khutgaon | West | 3.35 km |
| Kokde | East | 3.47 km |
| Madle | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Sihari | South-West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karramad
Karramad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Karramad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Karramad is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karramad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karramad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karramad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karramad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karramad
Where is Karramad located?
Karramad village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karramad?
Karramad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karramad?
The pincode of Karramad is 494669.
What is the population of Karramad?
Karramad has a total population of 729, including 351 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Karramad?
There are 146 households in Karramad.
What is the literacy rate in Karramad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karramad is 58.30%. Male literacy is 69.80% and female literacy is 47.62%.