Karma - Chunar, Mirzapur
Karma is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Karma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karma is 212551. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.76 hectares and falls under the 231302 pincode. Chunar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Karma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karma
As per Census 2011, Karma village has a total population of 568 people, consisting of 303 males and 265 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 178 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 303 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 248 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 55 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Karma
Karma 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 Karma
Karma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chunar to Karma is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Karma is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karma
Where is Karma located?
Karma village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karma?
Karma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karma?
The pincode of Karma is 231302.
What is the population of Karma?
Karma has a total population of 568, including 303 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Karma?
There are 91 households in Karma.
What is the literacy rate in Karma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karma is 68.66%. Male literacy is 81.85% and female literacy is 53.58%.