Karkamaska
Karkamaska is a village located in Biswanathpur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Biswanathpur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Bandhapari is the gram panchayat of Karkamaska village.
Karkamaska has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Karkamaska
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkamaska is 423239. The village spans a total geographical area of 141 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766020. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Karkamaska village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
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Population of Karkamaska
Below is a concise population overview of Karkamaska 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 | 203 | 89 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 22 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 89 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 83 | 112 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkamaska village:
- The total population of Karkamaska village is around 203, including approximately 89 males and 114 females, with a sex ratio of 1280 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Karkamaska village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkamaska village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 202 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkamaska village is about 3.94%, with male literacy at 6.74% and female literacy at 1.75%.
- There are around 44 households in Karkamaska village.
Connectivity of Karkamaska
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkamaska. As per the 2011 stats, Karkamaska had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkamaska
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkamaska helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkamaska.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkamaska
- Where is Karkamaska located?
- Karkamaska village is situated in Biswanathpur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkamaska?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karkamaska is Bandhapari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karkamaska?
- The pincode of Karkamaska is 766020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkamaska as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkamaska is 203, with 89 males and 114 females.
- How many households are there in Karkamaska as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkamaska village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkamaska as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkamaska is 3.94%. The male literacy rate is 6.74%, while the female literacy rate is 1.75%.