Karkachia
Karkachia is a village located in Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Rairangpur (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Bankati is the gram panchayat of Karkachia village.
Here you can discover what makes Karkachia unique in its vibrant Rairangpur-Mayurbhanj region. You’ll see Karkachia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karkachia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkachia is 388284. The village spans a total geographical area of 472 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757048. Rairangpur is nearest town to Karkachia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Karkachia
Population of Karkachia
According to the 2011 Census, Karkachia has a total population of about 1,152, with approximately 564 males and 588 females. The sex ratio is around 1042 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 26 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,080. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.93%, with male literacy at about 51.42% and female literacy near 28.91%. There are around 279 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkachia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,152 | 564 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 103 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,080 | 526 | 554 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 290 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 274 | 418 |
Connectivity of Karkachia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkachia. As per the 2011 stats, Karkachia 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkachia
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkachia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkachia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkachia
- Where is Karkachia located?
- Karkachia village is situated in Rairangpur Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkachia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karkachia is Bankati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karkachia?
- The pincode of Karkachia is 757048, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkachia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkachia is 1,152, with 564 males and 588 females.
- How many households are there in Karkachia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkachia village has a total of 279 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkachia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkachia is 39.93%. The male literacy rate is 51.42%, while the female literacy rate is 28.91%.