Karekatta
Karekatta is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 148km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Karekatta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karekatta unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Karekatta’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 Karekatta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karekatta is 448279. The village spans a total geographical area of 593 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495660. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Karekatta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karekatta 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karekatta
Population of Karekatta
According to the 2011 Census, Karekatta has a total population of about 1,423, with approximately 770 males and 653 females. The sex ratio is around 848 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 59 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 665. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.77%, with male literacy at about 66.49% and female literacy near 47.47%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karekatta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,423 | 770 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 93 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 665 | 336 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 822 | 512 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 258 | 343 |
Connectivity of Karekatta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karekatta. As per the 2011 stats, Karekatta 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karekatta
Knowing the nearby villages of Karekatta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karekatta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karekatta
- Where is Karekatta located?
- Karekatta village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karekatta?
- Karekatta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karekatta?
- The pincode of Karekatta is 495660, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karekatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karekatta is 1,423, with 770 males and 653 females.
- How many households are there in Karekatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karekatta village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karekatta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karekatta is 57.77%. The male literacy rate is 66.49%, while the female literacy rate is 47.47%.