Karkour - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Karkour is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from Dera Bassi and around 31 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Karkaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkour is 039353. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 140507 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Karkour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkour
According to the 2011 Census, Karkour village had a total population of 1,236 people, including 666 males and 570 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.74%, with male literacy at 79.56% and female literacy at 73.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 410.
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 | 1,236 | 666 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 214 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 848 | 475 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 191 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Karkour
Karkour 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 Karkour
Public transport in the Karkour is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karkour.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Karkour is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karkour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karkour
Where is Karkour located?
Karkour village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkour?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkour is Karkaur.
What is the pincode of Karkour?
The pincode of Karkour is 140507.
What is the population of Karkour?
Karkour had a total population of 1,236, including 666 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Karkour?
Karkour had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkour was 76.74%. Male literacy was 79.56% and female literacy was 73.43%.