Karichatan - Barkatha, Hazaribagh
Karichatan is a village situated in the Barkatha subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Chechkapi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karichatan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karichatan is 368340. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 825323 pincode. Hazaribagh is the nearest town.
Karichatan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karichatan
According to the 2011 Census, Karichatan village had a total population of 185 people, including 93 males and 92 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 28 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Karichatan
Karichatan 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 Karichatan
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Karichatan.
| 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 Hazaribagh to Karichatan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karichatan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karichatan 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 Karichatan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karichatan 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 Karichatan
Where is Karichatan located?
Karichatan village is located in Barkatha Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karichatan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karichatan is Chechkapi.
What is the pincode of Karichatan?
The pincode of Karichatan is 825323.
What is the population of Karichatan?
Karichatan had a total population of 185, including 93 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Karichatan?
Karichatan had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karichatan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karichatan was 76.67%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 66.67%.