Karikado - Devipur, Deoghar
Karikado is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Manpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karikado village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karikado is 354299. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.87 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Madhupur is the nearest town.
Karikado village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karikado
According to the 2011 Census, Karikado village had a total population of 540 people, including 290 males and 250 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.41%, with male literacy at 60.78% and female literacy at 40.21%.
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 | 540 | 290 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 141 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 149 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Karikado
Karikado 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 Karikado
Karikado is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Karikado.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Karikado is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karikado
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karikado village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karikado
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karikado 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karikado
Where is Karikado located?
Karikado village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karikado?
The Gram Panchayat of Karikado is Manpur.
What is the pincode of Karikado?
The pincode of Karikado is 814120.
What is the population of Karikado?
Karikado had a total population of 540, including 290 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Karikado?
Karikado had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karikado?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karikado was 51.41%. Male literacy was 60.78% and female literacy was 40.21%.