Karrasal - Palojori, Deoghar
Karrasal is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Bhurkundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karrasal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karrasal is 355421. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.91 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Karrasal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karrasal
As per Census 2011, Karrasal village has a total population of 701 people, consisting of 378 males and 323 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karrasal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 378 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 308 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 70 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Karrasal
Karrasal 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 Karrasal
Karrasal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karrasal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Karrasal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karrasal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karrasal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karrasal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karrasal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karrasal
Where is Karrasal located?
Karrasal village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karrasal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karrasal is Bhurkundi.
What is the pincode of Karrasal?
The pincode of Karrasal is 814146.
What is the population of Karrasal?
Karrasal has a total population of 701, including 378 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Karrasal?
There are 144 households in Karrasal.
What is the literacy rate in Karrasal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karrasal is 66.62%. Male literacy is 81.48% and female literacy is 49.23%.