Karkachia - Bishunpura, Garhwa
Karkachia is a village situated in the Bishunpura subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishunpura and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Patihari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkachia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkachia is 347414. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.38 hectares and falls under the 822128 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town.
Karkachia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karkachia
According to the 2011 Census, Karkachia village had a total population of 256 people, including 141 males and 115 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.86%, with male literacy at 68.14% and female literacy at 35.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 256 | 141 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 108 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 77 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 64 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Karkachia
Karkachia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koindi | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Deogurwa | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Chitri | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Kadhwan | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Saro | East | 2.85 km |
| Patihari | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Bhainsberhwa | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Baluakhar | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Daheria | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Siriatongar | South | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karkachia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karkachia. The nearest railway station is Nagar Untari, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.9 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Karkachia 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 Karkachia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkachia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karkachia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkachia 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 Karkachia
Where is Karkachia located?
Karkachia village is located in Bishunpura Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkachia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkachia is Patihari.
What is the pincode of Karkachia?
The pincode of Karkachia is 822128.
What is the population of Karkachia?
Karkachia had a total population of 256, including 141 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Karkachia?
Karkachia had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkachia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkachia was 52.86%. Male literacy was 68.14% and female literacy was 35.05%.