Karkata
About Karkata
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karkata village is 377538. Karkata village is located in Khuntpani subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Khuntpani (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Barkela is the gram panchayat of Karkata village.
The total geographical area of village is 364 hectares. Karkata has a total population of 1,308 peoples, out of which male population is 639 while female population is 669. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1046 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karkata village is 54.20% out of which 67.45% males and 41.55% females are literate. There are about 243 houses in karkata village. Pincode of karkata village locality is 833201.
When it comes to administration, Karkata village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karkata village comes under Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha constituency & Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Khuntpani is nearest town to karkata village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Karkata
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,308 | 639 | 669 |
| Children (0-6) | 191 | 90 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,189 | 582 | 607 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 431 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 208 | 391 |
Connectivity of Karkata
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karkata
Where is Karkata located?
Karkata village is situated in Khuntpani Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkata?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkata is Barkela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karkata?
The pincode of Karkata is 833201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkata is 1,308, with 639 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Karkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkata village has a total of 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkata is 54.20%. The male literacy rate is 67.45%, while the female literacy rate is 41.55%.