Karso - Chainpur, Palamu
Karso is a village situated in the Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chainpur and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Karso village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karso is 366733. The village covers a total geographical area of 1524 hectares and falls under the 822125 pincode.
Karso village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karso
As per Census 2011, Karso village has a total population of 3,560 people, consisting of 1,852 males and 1,708 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 691 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,695 literate and 1,865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 805 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,078 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karso are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,560 | 1,852 | 1,708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 691 | 361 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 805 | 418 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,078 | 561 | 517 |
| Literate Population | 1,695 | 1,058 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,865 | 794 | 1,071 |
Nearby Villages of Karso
Karso 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpur | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Khapro | West | 2.94 km |
| Chhatwa | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Kilhar | East | 3.08 km |
| Bori | South | 3.12 km |
| Lidi Kanda | West | 4.15 km |
| Tenudih | North | 4.72 km |
| Doki | North-East | 4.95 km |
| Sonpurwa | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Daunadag | North-West | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karso
Public transport in the Karso is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garhwa, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 136.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Karso is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karso
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karso 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 Karso
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karso 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 Karso
Where is Karso located?
Karso village is located in Chainpur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karso?
Karso is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karso?
The pincode of Karso is 822125.
What is the population of Karso?
Karso has a total population of 3,560, including 1,852 males and 1,708 females.
How many households are there in Karso?
There are 640 households in Karso.
What is the literacy rate in Karso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karso is 47.61%. Male literacy is 57.13% and female literacy is 37.30%.