Karkatta - Majhiaon, Garhwa
Karkatta is a village situated in the Majhiaon subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhiaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Morbe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkatta is 347352. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.57 hectares and falls under the 822134 pincode.
Karkatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karkatta
According to the 2011 Census, Karkatta village had a total population of 1,197 people, including 615 males and 582 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.41%, with male literacy at 78.12% and female literacy at 51.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 763, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,197 | 615 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 763 | 395 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 407 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 208 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Karkatta
Karkatta 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 Karkatta
Karkatta 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 Garhwa to Karkatta 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 Karkatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkatta 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karkatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karkatta
Where is Karkatta located?
Karkatta village is located in Majhiaon Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karkatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkatta is Morbe.
What is the pincode of Karkatta?
The pincode of Karkatta is 822134.
What is the population of Karkatta?
Karkatta had a total population of 1,197, including 615 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Karkatta?
Karkatta had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkatta was 65.41%. Male literacy was 78.12% and female literacy was 51.84%.