Karnagora - Topchanchi, Dhanbad
Karnagora is a village situated in the Topchanchi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Topchanchi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Gendanawadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnagora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnagora is 361347. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.57 hectares and falls under the 828402 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Karnagora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karnagora
According to the 2011 Census, Karnagora village had a total population of 198 people, including 104 males and 94 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.95%, with male literacy at 87.13% and female literacy at 51.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 88 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 16 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Karnagora
Karnagora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohanpur | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Bhelwatand | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Bhikhnidih | North | 1.19 km |
| Sonariyatand | East | 1.43 km |
| Damodarpur | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Dignagar | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Gendanawadih | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Tursabad | West | 2.14 km |
| Manpur | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Matari | East | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karnagora
Karnagora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Matari, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dhanbad to Karnagora 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 Karnagora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnagora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karnagora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnagora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karnagora
Where is Karnagora located?
Karnagora village is located in Topchanchi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karnagora?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnagora is Gendanawadih.
What is the pincode of Karnagora?
The pincode of Karnagora is 828402.
What is the population of Karnagora?
Karnagora had a total population of 198, including 104 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Karnagora?
Karnagora had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnagora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnagora was 69.95%. Male literacy was 87.13% and female literacy was 51.09%.