Karak
About Karak
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karak village is 566203. Karak village is located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Karak village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1986.4 hectares. Karak has a total population of 1,501 peoples, out of which male population is 705 while female population is 796. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1129 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karak village is 56.03% out of which 63.12% males and 49.75% females are literate. There are about 390 houses in karak village. Pincode of karak village locality is 416704.
When it comes to administration, Karak village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karak village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to karak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
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Population of Karak
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,501 | 705 | 796 |
| Literate Population | 841 | 445 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 260 | 400 |
Connectivity of Karak
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karak
Where is Karak located?
Karak village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karak?
Karak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karak?
The pincode of Karak is 416704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karak is 1,501, with 705 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Karak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karak village has a total of 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karak is 56.03%. The male literacy rate is 63.12%, while the female literacy rate is 49.75%.