Karanka

Karanka is a village located in Murhu subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Murhu (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Khunti. As per 2009 stats, Rumutkel is the gram panchayat of Karanka village.

Karanka has its own place in the vibrant Khunti 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 Karanka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanka is 375166. The village spans a total geographical area of 156 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835216. Khunti is nearest town to Karanka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Karanka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 305 154 151
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 26 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 284 144 140
Literate Population 154 97 57
Illiterate Population 151 57 94

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

  • The total population of Karanka village is around 305, including approximately 154 males and 151 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Karanka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karanka village has 284 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karanka village is about 50.49%, with male literacy at 62.99% and female literacy at 37.75%.
  • There are around 56 households in Karanka village.

Connectivity of Karanka

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

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

Nearby Villages of Karanka

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Karanka

Where is Karanka located?
Karanka village is situated in Murhu Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanka is Rumutkel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karanka?
The pincode of Karanka is 835216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karanka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanka is 305, with 154 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Karanka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanka village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanka is 50.49%. The male literacy rate is 62.99%, while the female literacy rate is 37.75%.