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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Karargama village had a total population of 860 people, including 437 males and 423 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.09%, with male literacy at 80.39% and female literacy at 45.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 860 | 437 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 75 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 860, including 437 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Karargama?
Karargama had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karargama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karargama was 63.09%. Male literacy was 80.39% and female literacy was 45.88%.