Karankol - Mohanpur, Deoghar
Karankol is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Bhikhna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karankol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karankol is 353436. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Karankol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karankol
According to the 2011 Census, Karankol village had a total population of 619 people, including 336 males and 283 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.00%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 61.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 413.
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 | 619 | 336 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 219 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 189 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 147 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Karankol
Karankol 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 Karankol
Public transport in the Karankol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karankol.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Karankol is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karankol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karankol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karankol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karankol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karankol
Where is Karankol located?
Karankol village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karankol?
The Gram Panchayat of Karankol is Bhikhna.
What is the pincode of Karankol?
The pincode of Karankol is 814120.
What is the population of Karankol?
Karankol had a total population of 619, including 336 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Karankol?
Karankol had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karankol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karankol was 66.00%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 61.30%.