Karamtola - Barhait, Sahebganj
Karamtola is a village situated in the Barhait subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Barhait and around 61 km from Sahibganj. Labri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karamtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karamtola is 358671. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 816129 pincode.
Karamtola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karamtola
As per Census 2011, Karamtola village has a total population of 1,156 people, consisting of 582 males and 574 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 515 literate and 641 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karamtola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,156 | 582 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 102 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 330 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 252 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Karamtola
Karamtola 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 Karamtola
Karamtola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sahibganj to Karamtola is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karamtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karamtola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karamtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karamtola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karamtola
Where is Karamtola located?
Karamtola village is located in Barhait Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karamtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Karamtola is Labri.
What is the pincode of Karamtola?
The pincode of Karamtola is 816129.
What is the population of Karamtola?
Karamtola has a total population of 1,156, including 582 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Karamtola?
There are 234 households in Karamtola.
What is the literacy rate in Karamtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karamtola is 44.55%. Male literacy is 56.70% and female literacy is 32.23%.