Karakat
Karakat is a village located in Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Chainpur (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Palamu. As per 2009 stats, Banduwa is the gram panchayat of Karakat village.
Karakat has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Karakat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karakat is 366693. The village spans a total geographical area of 250.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822110. Chainpur is nearest town to Karakat village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Karakat
Below is a concise population overview of Karakat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 879 | 494 | 385 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 65 | 44 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 248 | 203 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 325 | 219 | 106 |
Illiterate Population | 554 | 275 | 279 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karakat village:
- The total population of Karakat village is around 879, including approximately 494 males and 385 females, with a sex ratio of 779 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Karakat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karakat village has 451 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karakat village is about 36.97%, with male literacy at 44.33% and female literacy at 27.53%.
- There are around 185 households in Karakat village.
Connectivity of Karakat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karakat. As per the 2011 stats, Karakat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karakat
Knowing the nearby villages of Karakat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karakat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karakat
- Where is Karakat located?
- Karakat village is situated in Chainpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karakat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karakat is Banduwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karakat?
- The pincode of Karakat is 822110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karakat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karakat is 879, with 494 males and 385 females.
- How many households are there in Karakat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karakat village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karakat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karakat is 36.97%. The male literacy rate is 44.33%, while the female literacy rate is 27.53%.