Karkari
Karkari is a village located in Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.2km away from sub-district headquarter Dubrajpur (tehsildar office) and 31.6km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Paduma is the gram panchayat of Karkari village.
Karkari has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Karkari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkari is 318288. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731124. Dubrajpur is nearest town to Karkari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karkari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karkari
Population of Karkari
Below is a concise population overview of Karkari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 361 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 133 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 113 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 264 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 97 | 142 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkari village:
- The total population of Karkari village is around 667, including approximately 361 males and 306 females, with a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Karkari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkari village has 257 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 203 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkari village is about 64.17%, with male literacy at 73.13% and female literacy at 53.59%.
- There are around 142 households in Karkari village.
Connectivity of Karkari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkari. As per the 2011 stats, Karkari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkari
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkari
- Where is Karkari located?
- Karkari village is situated in Dubrajpur Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karkari is Paduma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karkari?
- The pincode of Karkari is 731124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkari is 667, with 361 males and 306 females.
- How many households are there in Karkari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkari village has a total of 142 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkari is 64.17%. The male literacy rate is 73.13%, while the female literacy rate is 53.59%.