Karakel

Karakel is a village located in Kamdara subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 75km away from sub-district headquarter Kamdara. Gumla is the district headquarter of Karakel village. As per 2009 stats, Turundu is the gram panchayat of Karakel village.

Karakel has its own place in the vibrant Gumla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karakel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karakel is 375842. The village spans a total geographical area of 162 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835227. Kamdara is nearest town to Karakel village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Karakel village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karakel

Below is a concise population overview of Karakel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 298 140 158
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 28 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 3 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 207 91 116
Literate Population 148 82 66
Illiterate Population 150 58 92

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karakel village:

  • The total population of Karakel village is around 298, including approximately 140 males and 158 females, with a sex ratio of 1128 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Karakel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karakel village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 207 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karakel village is about 49.66%, with male literacy at 58.57% and female literacy at 41.77%.
  • There are around 57 households in Karakel village.

Connectivity of Karakel

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karakel. As per the 2011 stats, Karakel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karakel

Knowing the nearby villages of Karakel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karakel.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karakel

Where is Karakel located?
Karakel village is situated in Kamdara Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karakel?
The Gram Panchayat of Karakel is Turundu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karakel?
The pincode of Karakel is 835227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karakel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karakel is 298, with 140 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Karakel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karakel village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karakel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karakel is 49.66%. The male literacy rate is 58.57%, while the female literacy rate is 41.77%.