Karak

Karak is a village located in Kuru subdivision of Lohardaga district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kuru (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Lohardaga. As per 2009 stats, Chiri is the gram panchayat of Karak village.

Karak has its own place in the vibrant Lohardaga 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 Karak

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karak is 363002. The village spans a total geographical area of 563 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835302. Lohardaga is nearest town to Karak village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Karak

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,626 783 843
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 284 141 143
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,471 708 763
Literate Population 995 531 464
Illiterate Population 631 252 379

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

  • The total population of Karak village is around 1,626, including approximately 783 males and 843 females, with a sex ratio of 1076 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 284 children aged 0–6 years in Karak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karak village has 1,471 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karak village is about 61.19%, with male literacy at 67.82% and female literacy at 55.04%.
  • There are around 271 households in Karak village.

Connectivity of Karak

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karak. As per the 2011 stats, Karak 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karak

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

Opa Sundru Bisramgarh Jima Chiri Lawagain Kolsimri Jangi Nontilo Chandu Tati

Frequently Asked Questions about Karak

Where is Karak located?
Karak village is situated in Kuru Subdivision, within the Lohardaga district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karak?
The Gram Panchayat of Karak is Chiri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karak?
The pincode of Karak is 835302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karak is 1,626, with 783 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Karak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karak village has a total of 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karak is 61.19%. The male literacy rate is 67.82%, while the female literacy rate is 55.04%.