Karmahi - Meral (Pipra Kalan), Garhwa
Karmahi is a village situated in the Meral (Pipra Kalan) subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meral and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Chama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmahi is 347656. The village covers a total geographical area of 460 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town.
Karmahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karmahi
According to the 2011 Census, Karmahi village had a total population of 229 people, including 126 males and 103 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 817 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.21%, with male literacy at 68.63% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 229 | 126 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 70 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 56 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Karmahi
Karmahi 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 Karmahi
Karmahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karmahi.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Karmahi is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmahi 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 Karmahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmahi 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 Karmahi
Where is Karmahi located?
Karmahi village is located in Meral (Pipra Kalan) Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmahi is Chama.
What is the pincode of Karmahi?
The pincode of Karmahi is 822133.
What is the population of Karmahi?
Karmahi had a total population of 229, including 126 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Karmahi?
Karmahi had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmahi was 55.21%. Male literacy was 68.63% and female literacy was 40.00%.