Karargama - Kukru, Saraikela Kharsawan
Karargama is a village situated in the Kukru subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. Pargama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karargama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karargama is 379014. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 832403 pincode. Jamsedpur is the nearest town.
Karargama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karargama
As per Census 2011, Karargama village has a total population of 860 people, consisting of 437 males and 423 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karargama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 860 | 437 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 75 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 46 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 291 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 146 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Karargama
Karargama is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishundih | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Chunchuria | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Uria | South | 1.86 km |
| Haitiral | North | 2.16 km |
| Pargama | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Khudilong | West | 2.98 km |
| Jhimiri | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Berasisiram | North | 3.28 km |
| Dulmi | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Hutu | South | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karargama
Karargama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhimri, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Karargama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karargama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karargama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karargama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karargama
Where is Karargama located?
Karargama village is located in Kukru Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karargama?
The Gram Panchayat of Karargama is Pargama.
What is the pincode of Karargama?
The pincode of Karargama is 832403.
What is the population of Karargama?
Karargama has a total population of 860, including 437 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Karargama?
There are 206 households in Karargama.
What is the literacy rate in Karargama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karargama is 53.26%. Male literacy is 66.59% and female literacy is 39.48%.