Kara - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Kara is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 53 km from Chakardharpur and around 82 km from Chaibasa. Gamharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kara is 377608. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.27 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Jmshadpur is the nearest town.
Kara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kara
According to the 2011 Census, Kara village had a total population of 708 people, including 392 males and 316 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.45%, with male literacy at 68.73% and female literacy at 29.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 659.
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 | 708 | 392 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 85 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 659 | 368 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 211 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 181 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Kara
Kara 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 Kara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Kara is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kara 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 Kara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kara
Where is Kara located?
Kara village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kara is Gamharia.
What is the pincode of Kara?
The pincode of Kara is 833103.
What is the population of Kara?
Kara had a total population of 708, including 392 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Kara?
Kara had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kara was 51.45%. Male literacy was 68.73% and female literacy was 29.63%.