Karka Bk. - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Karka Bk. is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Manewara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karka Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karka Bk. is 539543. The village covers a total geographical area of 1286 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 106 km away.
Karka Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karka Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Karka Bk. village had a total population of 401 people, including 194 males and 207 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.64%, with male literacy at 60.98% and female literacy at 54.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 387.
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 | 401 | 194 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 184 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 94 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Karka Bk.
Karka Bk. 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 Karka Bk.
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karka Bk..
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gadchiroli to Karka Bk. is about 106 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karka Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karka Bk. 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 Karka Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karka Bk. 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karka Bk.
Where is Karka Bk. located?
Karka Bk. village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karka Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Karka Bk. is Manewara.
What is the pincode of Karka Bk.?
The pincode of Karka Bk. is 442704.
What is the population of Karka Bk.?
Karka Bk. had a total population of 401, including 194 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Karka Bk.?
Karka Bk. had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karka Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karka Bk. was 57.64%. Male literacy was 60.98% and female literacy was 54.64%.