Karko
Karko is a village located in Gobindpur subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Rajnagar (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Sarikela-kharswana. As per 2009 stats, Gamharia is the gram panchayat of Karko village.
Karko has its own place in the vibrant Saraikela Kharsawan 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 Karko
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karko is 379588. The village spans a total geographical area of 96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 831002. Gobindpur is nearest town to Karko village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Karko village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saraikella Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karko
Population of Karko
Below is a concise population overview of Karko 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 | 341 | 169 | 172 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 168 | 172 |
Literate Population | 181 | 101 | 80 |
Illiterate Population | 160 | 68 | 92 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karko village:
- The total population of Karko village is around 341, including approximately 169 males and 172 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Karko village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karko village has 340 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karko village is about 53.08%, with male literacy at 59.76% and female literacy at 46.51%.
- There are around 56 households in Karko village.
Connectivity of Karko
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karko. As per the 2011 stats, Karko 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karko
Knowing the nearby villages of Karko helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karko.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karko
- Where is Karko located?
- Karko village is situated in Gobindpur Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karko?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karko is Gamharia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karko?
- The pincode of Karko is 831002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karko as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karko is 341, with 169 males and 172 females.
- How many households are there in Karko as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karko village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karko as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karko is 53.08%. The male literacy rate is 59.76%, while the female literacy rate is 46.51%.