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
As per Census 2011, Kara village has a total population of 708 people, consisting of 392 males and 316 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 806 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 659 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 392 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 85 | 73 |
| 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 has a total population of 708, including 392 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Kara?
There are 142 households in Kara.
What is the literacy rate in Kara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kara is 39.97%. Male literacy is 53.83% and female literacy is 22.78%.