Karanghati - Barhait, Sahebganj
Karanghati is a village situated in the Barhait subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Barheat and around 68 km from Sahibganj. Hiranpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanghati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanghati is 358765. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.41 hectares and falls under the 816129 pincode.
Karanghati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanghati
According to the 2011 Census, Karanghati village had a total population of 305 people, including 156 males and 149 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.75%, with male literacy at 54.26% and female literacy at 33.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 298.
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 | 305 | 156 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 152 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 70 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 86 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Karanghati
Karanghati 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 Karanghati
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karanghati.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibganj to Karanghati is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanghati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanghati 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanghati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanghati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanghati
Where is Karanghati located?
Karanghati village is located in Barhait Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanghati?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanghati is Hiranpur.
What is the pincode of Karanghati?
The pincode of Karanghati is 816129.
What is the population of Karanghati?
Karanghati had a total population of 305, including 156 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Karanghati?
Karanghati had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanghati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanghati was 43.75%. Male literacy was 54.26% and female literacy was 33.07%.