Karo - Tandwa, Chatra
Karo is a village situated in the Tandwa subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tandwa and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Bahera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karo is 349488. The village covers a total geographical area of 760 hectares and falls under the 825321 pincode.
Karo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karo
As per Census 2011, Karo village has a total population of 1,338 people, consisting of 688 males and 650 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 526 literate and 812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 984 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,338 | 688 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 984 | 504 | 480 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 307 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 381 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Karo
Karo is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karo
Karo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chatra to Karo is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karo
Where is Karo located?
Karo village is located in Tandwa Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karo?
The Gram Panchayat of Karo is Bahera.
What is the pincode of Karo?
The pincode of Karo is 825321.
What is the population of Karo?
Karo has a total population of 1,338, including 688 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Karo?
There are 235 households in Karo.
What is the literacy rate in Karo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karo is 39.31%. Male literacy is 44.62% and female literacy is 33.69%.