Karamba - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Karamba is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 61 km from Chaibasa. Lonjo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karamba is 376912. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.56 hectares and falls under the 833105 pincode.
Karamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Karamba
According to the 2011 Census, Karamba village had a total population of 203 people, including 92 males and 111 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,207 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.88%, with male literacy at 47.44% and female literacy at 26.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 203 | 92 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 14 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 92 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 37 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 55 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Karamba
Karamba 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 Karamba
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karamba. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karamba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karamba is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karamba 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 Karamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karamba
Where is Karamba located?
Karamba village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Karamba is Lonjo.
What is the pincode of Karamba?
The pincode of Karamba is 833105.
What is the population of Karamba?
Karamba had a total population of 203, including 92 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Karamba?
Karamba had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karamba was 36.88%. Male literacy was 47.44% and female literacy was 26.83%.