Karma - Manatu, Palamu
Karma is a village situated in the Manatu subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manatu and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Kasmar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karma is 366116. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 822123 pincode.
Karma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karma
According to the 2011 Census, Karma village had a total population of 353 people, including 187 males and 166 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.19%, with male literacy at 40.79% and female literacy at 33.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 300.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 187 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 162 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 62 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 125 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Karma
Karma is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karma
Public transport in the Karma is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Karma is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karma 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 Karma
Where is Karma located?
Karma village is located in Manatu Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karma?
The Gram Panchayat of Karma is Kasmar.
What is the pincode of Karma?
The pincode of Karma is 822123.
What is the population of Karma?
Karma had a total population of 353, including 187 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Karma?
Karma had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karma was 37.19%. Male literacy was 40.79% and female literacy was 33.08%.