Math Karamja - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Math Karamja is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 82.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Mitrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Math Karamja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Math Karamja is 316117. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.33 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Math Karamja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Math Karamja
As per Census 2011, Math Karamja village has a total population of 1,245 people, consisting of 633 males and 612 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 573 literate and 672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Math Karamja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,245 | 633 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 105 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 325 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 308 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Math Karamja
Math Karamja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisor | South | 1.79 km |
| Sahebnagar | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Birthamba | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Math Kharga | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Sendajamuar | East | 2.65 km |
| Seora | South | 3.04 km |
| Uttar Ramna | East | 3.17 km |
| Simgram | West | 3.27 km |
| Mandalpur | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Tantibiral | South | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Math Karamja
Math Karamja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jangipur Road, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jangipur to Math Karamja is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Math Karamja is about 82.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Math Karamja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Math Karamja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Math Karamja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Math Karamja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Math Karamja
Where is Math Karamja located?
Math Karamja village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Math Karamja?
The Gram Panchayat of Math Karamja is Mitrapur.
What is the pincode of Math Karamja?
The pincode of Math Karamja is 731221.
What is the population of Math Karamja?
Math Karamja has a total population of 1,245, including 633 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Math Karamja?
There are 319 households in Math Karamja.
What is the literacy rate in Math Karamja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Math Karamja is 46.02%. Male literacy is 51.34% and female literacy is 40.52%.