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
As per Census 2011, Karichatan village has a total population of 185 people, consisting of 93 males and 92 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 70 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karichatan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| 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 has a total population of 185, including 93 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Karichatan?
There are 28 households in Karichatan.
What is the literacy rate in Karichatan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karichatan is 62.16%. Male literacy is 69.89% and female literacy is 54.35%.