Karkosa
Karkosa is a village located in Singrauli tehsil of Singrauli district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from Singrauli, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Karkosa village. As per 2009 stats, Karkosa village is also a gram panchayat.
Karkosa has its own place in the vibrant Singrauli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karkosa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkosa is 503970. The village spans a total geographical area of 220.7 hectares. Singrauli is nearest town to Karkosa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karkosa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Singrauli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sidhi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karkosa
Population of Karkosa
Below is a concise population overview of Karkosa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,191 | 605 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 111 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 83 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 563 | 358 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 628 | 247 | 381 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkosa village:
- The total population of Karkosa village is around 1,191, including approximately 605 males and 586 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Karkosa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkosa village has 155 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Karkosa village is about 47.27%, with male literacy at 59.17% and female literacy at 34.98%.
- There are around 230 households in Karkosa village.
Connectivity of Karkosa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkosa. As per the 2011 stats, Karkosa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkosa
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkosa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkosa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkosa
- Where is Karkosa located?
- Karkosa village is situated in Singrauli Tehsil, within the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkosa?
- Karkosa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karkosa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkosa is 1,191, with 605 males and 586 females.
- How many households are there in Karkosa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkosa village has a total of 230 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkosa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkosa is 47.27%. The male literacy rate is 59.17%, while the female literacy rate is 34.98%.