Karamdih - Majhiaon, Garhwa
Karamdih is a village situated in the Majhiaon subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhiaon and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Karamdih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karamdih is 347329. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.17 hectares and falls under the 822134 pincode.
Karamdih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karamdih
As per Census 2011, Karamdih village has a total population of 2,773 people, consisting of 1,429 males and 1,344 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 518 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,539 literate and 1,234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 623 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karamdih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,773 | 1,429 | 1,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 257 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 623 | 327 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,539 | 955 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,234 | 474 | 760 |
Nearby Villages of Karamdih
Karamdih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakarkoni | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Chandna | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Sarhastal | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Jamdiha | East | 2.77 km |
| Karkata | East | 2.90 km |
| Joga | East | 3.12 km |
| Sahaspura | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Bahera Kalan | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Bahera Khurd | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Kutmu | North-East | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karamdih
Karamdih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karkata, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Karamdih is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karamdih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karamdih 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 Karamdih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karamdih 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karamdih
Where is Karamdih located?
Karamdih village is located in Majhiaon Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karamdih?
Karamdih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karamdih?
The pincode of Karamdih is 822134.
What is the population of Karamdih?
Karamdih has a total population of 2,773, including 1,429 males and 1,344 females.
How many households are there in Karamdih?
There are 460 households in Karamdih.
What is the literacy rate in Karamdih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karamdih is 55.50%. Male literacy is 66.83% and female literacy is 43.45%.