Karmatand - Tundi, Dhanbad
Karmatand is a village situated in the Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tundi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Jatakhuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmatand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmatand is 361013. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Karmatand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Karmatand
According to the 2011 Census, Karmatand village had a total population of 426 people, including 222 males and 204 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.06%, with male literacy at 75.51% and female literacy at 46.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 426 | 222 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 148 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 74 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Karmatand
Karmatand 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 Karmatand
Karmatand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Karmatand is about 40 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 Karmatand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmatand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karmatand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmatand 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 Karmatand
Where is Karmatand located?
Karmatand village is located in Tundi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmatand?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmatand is Jatakhuti.
What is the pincode of Karmatand?
The pincode of Karmatand is 828142.
What is the population of Karmatand?
Karmatand had a total population of 426, including 222 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Karmatand?
Karmatand had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmatand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmatand was 62.06%. Male literacy was 75.51% and female literacy was 46.82%.