Karak Berya - Kotulpur, Bankura
Karak Berya is a village situated in the Kotulpur subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Lowgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karak Berya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karak Berya is 327928. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.81 hectares and falls under the 722141 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karak Berya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indus Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karak Berya
As per Census 2011, Karak Berya village has a total population of 2,268 people, consisting of 1,145 males and 1,123 females. The village has 495 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,629 literate and 639 illiterate residents. Additionally, 841 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karak Berya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,268 | 1,145 | 1,123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 112 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 841 | 413 | 428 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,629 | 902 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 243 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Karak Berya
Karak Berya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Pushkarini | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Mukha | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Shyampur | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Gobindpur | North | 1.49 km |
| Bener Chak | East | 1.52 km |
| Khiri | West | 1.61 km |
| Hasandanga | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Sehas | South | 1.87 km |
| Haldar Chak | East | 2.02 km |
| Balarampur | North | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karak Berya
Karak Berya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Piardoba, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Karak Berya is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karak Berya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karak Berya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karak Berya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karak Berya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karak Berya
Where is Karak Berya located?
Karak Berya village is located in Kotulpur Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karak Berya?
The Gram Panchayat of Karak Berya is Lowgram.
What is the pincode of Karak Berya?
The pincode of Karak Berya is 722141.
What is the population of Karak Berya?
Karak Berya has a total population of 2,268, including 1,145 males and 1,123 females.
How many households are there in Karak Berya?
There are 495 households in Karak Berya.
What is the literacy rate in Karak Berya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karak Berya is 71.83%. Male literacy is 78.78% and female literacy is 64.74%.