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.
Karkat has its own place in the vibrant Ranchi 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 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.
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Population of Karkat
Below is a concise population overview of Karkat 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkat village:
- The total population of Karkat village is around 3,835, including approximately 1,903 males and 1,932 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 618 children aged 0–6 years in Karkat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkat village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,240 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkat village is about 52.96%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 44.15%.
- There are around 754 households in Karkat village.
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%.