Karkat
Karkat is a village located in Chanho subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chanho (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Karkat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karkat unique in its vibrant Chanho-Ranchi region. You’ll see Karkat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karkat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkat is 374257. The village spans a total geographical area of 547 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835214. Ranchi is nearest town to Karkat village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Karkat
Population of Karkat
According to the 2011 Census, Karkat has a total population of about 3,835, with approximately 1,903 males and 1,932 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 618 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,240. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.96%, with male literacy at about 61.90% and female literacy near 44.15%. There are around 754 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,835 | 1,903 | 1,932 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 618 | 291 | 327 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,240 | 1,072 | 1,168 |
Literate Population | 2,031 | 1,178 | 853 |
Illiterate Population | 1,804 | 725 | 1,079 |
Connectivity of Karkat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkat. As per the 2011 stats, Karkat 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkat
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkat
- Where is Karkat located?
- Karkat village is situated in Chanho Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkat?
- Karkat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkat?
- The pincode of Karkat is 835214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkat is 3,835, with 1,903 males and 1,932 females.
- How many households are there in Karkat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkat village has a total of 754 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkat is 52.96%. The male literacy rate is 61.90%, while the female literacy rate is 44.15%.