Karka
Karka is a village located in Kukru subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kukru (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Seraikela-kharsawan. As per 2009 stats, Pargama is the gram panchayat of Karka village.
Karka 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 Karka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karka is 379011. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832403. Jamsehdpur is nearest town to Karka village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Karka 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 Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karka
Population of Karka
Below is a concise population overview of Karka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 405 | 206 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 202 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 119 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 87 | 129 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karka village:
- The total population of Karka village is around 405, including approximately 206 males and 199 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Karka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karka village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 395 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karka village is about 46.67%, with male literacy at 57.77% and female literacy at 35.18%.
- There are around 84 households in Karka village.
Connectivity of Karka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karka. As per the 2011 stats, Karka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karka
Knowing the nearby villages of Karka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karka
- Where is Karka located?
- Karka village is situated in Kukru Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karka is Pargama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karka?
- The pincode of Karka is 832403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karka is 405, with 206 males and 199 females.
- How many households are there in Karka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karka village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karka is 46.67%. The male literacy rate is 57.77%, while the female literacy rate is 35.18%.