Karma - Suriya, Giridih
Karma is a village situated in the Suriya subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Giridih. Chirua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karma is 352559. The village covers a total geographical area of 353 hectares and falls under the 825322 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
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 936 people, including 476 males and 460 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.86%, with male literacy at 63.42% and female literacy at 38.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175.
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 | 936 | 476 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 84 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 241 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 235 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Karma
Karma 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 Karma
Karma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Karma.
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Karma is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karma
Where is Karma located?
Karma village is located in Suriya Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karma?
The Gram Panchayat of Karma is Chirua.
What is the pincode of Karma?
The pincode of Karma is 825322.
What is the population of Karma?
Karma had a total population of 936, including 476 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Karma?
Karma had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karma was 50.86%. Male literacy was 63.42% and female literacy was 38.07%.