Karsakola - Hat Gamharia, West Singhbhum
Karsakola is a village situated in the Hat Gamharia subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Hat Gamharia and around 40 km from Chaibasa. Dumria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karsakola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karsakola is 378037. The village covers a total geographical area of 383 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode.
Karsakola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Majhganon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karsakola
According to the 2011 Census, Karsakola village had a total population of 558 people, including 273 males and 285 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.93%, with male literacy at 70.28% and female literacy at 45.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 517.
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 | 558 | 273 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 61 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 517 | 249 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 149 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 124 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Karsakola
Karsakola 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 Karsakola
Public transport in the Karsakola is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karsakola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Karsakola is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karsakola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karsakola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karsakola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karsakola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karsakola
Where is Karsakola located?
Karsakola village is located in Hat Gamharia Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karsakola?
The Gram Panchayat of Karsakola is Dumria.
What is the pincode of Karsakola?
The pincode of Karsakola is 833214.
What is the population of Karsakola?
Karsakola had a total population of 558, including 273 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Karsakola?
Karsakola had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karsakola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karsakola was 57.93%. Male literacy was 70.28% and female literacy was 45.10%.