Karkaur

Karkaur is a village located in Dera Bassi tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Bassi (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Karkaur village is also a gram panchayat.

Karkaur has its own place in the vibrant Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar 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 Karkaur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkaur is 039353. The village spans a total geographical area of 193 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140507. Dera Bassi is nearest town to Karkaur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Karkaur

Below is a concise population overview of Karkaur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,236 666 570
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 131 69 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 410 214 196
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 848 475 373
Illiterate Population 388 191 197

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkaur village:

  • The total population of Karkaur village is around 1,236, including approximately 666 males and 570 females, with a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Karkaur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karkaur village has 410 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karkaur village is about 68.61%, with male literacy at 71.32% and female literacy at 65.44%.
  • There are around 236 households in Karkaur village.

Connectivity of Karkaur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkaur. As per the 2011 stats, Karkaur 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Karkaur

Knowing the nearby villages of Karkaur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkaur.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Karkaur

Where is Karkaur located?
Karkaur village is situated in Dera Bassi Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkaur?
Karkaur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karkaur?
The pincode of Karkaur is 140507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karkaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkaur is 1,236, with 666 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Karkaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkaur village has a total of 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkaur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkaur is 68.61%. The male literacy rate is 71.32%, while the female literacy rate is 65.44%.