Karla - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Karla is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Bandgaon and around 69 km from Chaibasa. Champwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karla is 377105. The village covers a total geographical area of 272 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Karla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karla
According to the 2011 Census, Karla village had a total population of 295 people, including 145 males and 150 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.51%, with male literacy at 68.14% and female literacy at 41.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 295.
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 | 295 | 145 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 145 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 77 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 68 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Karla
Karla 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 Karla
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Karla. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Karla is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karla 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 Karla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karla
Where is Karla located?
Karla village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karla?
The Gram Panchayat of Karla is Champwa.
What is the pincode of Karla?
The pincode of Karla is 833201.
What is the population of Karla?
Karla had a total population of 295, including 145 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Karla?
Karla had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karla was 54.51%. Male literacy was 68.14% and female literacy was 41.67%.