Karashol - Musabani, East Singhbum
Karashol is a village situated in the Musabani subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Musabani and around 61 km from Jamshedpur. Paruliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karashol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karashol is 363943. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 832104 pincode.
Karashol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karashol
According to the 2011 Census, Karashol village had a total population of 787 people, including 416 males and 371 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.83%, with male literacy at 77.56% and female literacy at 53.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 509.
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 | 787 | 416 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 64 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 266 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 273 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 143 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Karashol
Karashol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panduaboro Alias Bhandarboro | East | 1.44 km |
| Bhuiyaboro | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Koilisuta | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Raypahari | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Bara Kanjiya | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Patnipal | East | 2.69 km |
| Dumariya | South | 2.97 km |
| Katsakra | East | 3.26 km |
| Jadugora | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Niranjan Kocha | North-West | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karashol
Karashol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalbhumgarh, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamshedpur to Karashol is about 61 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 Karashol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karashol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karashol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karashol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karashol
Where is Karashol located?
Karashol village is located in Musabani Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karashol?
The Gram Panchayat of Karashol is Paruliya.
What is the pincode of Karashol?
The pincode of Karashol is 832104.
What is the population of Karashol?
Karashol had a total population of 787, including 416 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Karashol?
Karashol had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karashol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karashol was 65.83%. Male literacy was 77.56% and female literacy was 53.21%.