Karga - Litipara, Pakur
Karga is a village situated in the Litipara subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. Sonadhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karga is 359854. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 816104 pincode.
Karga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karga
As per Census 2011, Karga village has a total population of 33 people, consisting of 13 males and 20 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,538 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 7 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Karga
Karga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dandakuria | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Somaitanr | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Kaldanpahar | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Chamandkando | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Mulukdhani | East | 1.79 km |
| Jojobasti | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Bara Gagra | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Litipahar | South | 2.03 km |
| Jambokuria | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Jordih | North | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karga
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karga. The nearest railway station is Barharwa Jn, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Karga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karga
Where is Karga located?
Karga village is located in Litipara Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karga?
The Gram Panchayat of Karga is Sonadhani.
What is the pincode of Karga?
The pincode of Karga is 816104.
What is the population of Karga?
Karga has a total population of 33, including 13 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Karga?
There are 8 households in Karga.
What is the literacy rate in Karga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karga is 33.33%. Male literacy is 46.15% and female literacy is 25.00%.