Karma - Lawalaung, Chatra
Karma is a village situated in the Lawalaung subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lawalaung and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Katia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karma is 348623. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.3 hectares and falls under the 825103 pincode. Chatra is the nearest town.
Karma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karma
According to the 2011 Census, Karma village had a total population of 896 people, including 451 males and 445 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.80%, with male literacy at 63.03% and female literacy at 41.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 340.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 896 | 451 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 75 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 175 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 237 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 214 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Karma
Karma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banchatra | South | 1.04 km |
| Chatar | East | 1.34 km |
| Angara | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Chandanpur | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Mali | West | 1.87 km |
| Shivrajpur | East | 1.93 km |
| Ratnag | North | 1.95 km |
| Chandadih | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Potam | South | 2.94 km |
| Katia | South-West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karma
Karma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tori, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Karma is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karma
Where is Karma located?
Karma village is located in Lawalaung Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karma?
The Gram Panchayat of Karma is Katia.
What is the pincode of Karma?
The pincode of Karma is 825103.
What is the population of Karma?
Karma had a total population of 896, including 451 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Karma?
Karma had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karma was 52.80%. Male literacy was 63.03% and female literacy was 41.97%.