Karma - Birni, Giridih
Karma is a village situated in the Birni subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birni and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Chongakhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karma is 352409. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 815316 pincode.
Karma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karma
According to the 2011 Census, Karma village had a total population of 825 people, including 432 males and 393 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.28%, with male literacy at 80.39% and female literacy at 50.31%.
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 | 825 | 432 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 70 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 291 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 141 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Karma
Karma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chargo | East | 1.67 km |
| Bariarpur | North | 1.92 km |
| Telmakri | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Palra | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Dudhiano | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Dalia | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Pesham | South | 2.63 km |
| Chongakhar | West | 2.67 km |
| Baratanr | North | 3.00 km |
| Suiadih | South-West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karma
Karma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hazaribagh Road, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Karma is about 60 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 Karma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karma
Where is Karma located?
Karma village is located in Birni Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karma?
The Gram Panchayat of Karma is Chongakhar.
What is the pincode of Karma?
The pincode of Karma is 815316.
What is the population of Karma?
Karma had a total population of 825, including 432 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Karma?
Karma had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karma was 66.28%. Male literacy was 80.39% and female literacy was 50.31%.