Karkha
About Karkha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karkha village is 311802. Karkha village is located in Bansihari subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.2km away from sub-district headquarter Buniadpur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Karkha village. As per 2009 stats, Shibpur is the gram panchayat of Karkha village.
The total geographical area of village is 138.36 hectares. Karkha has a total population of 1,256 peoples, out of which male population is 648 while female population is 608. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 938 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karkha village is 38.93% out of which 45.83% males and 31.58% females are literate. There are about 271 houses in karkha village. Pincode of karkha village locality is 733121.
Gangarampur is nearest town to karkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Karkha
The population details of Karkha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,256 | 648 | 608 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 171 | 84 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 710 | 370 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 442 | 221 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 297 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 351 | 416 |
Connectivity of Karkha
| 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 <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karkha
Where is Karkha located?
Karkha village is situated in Bansihari Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkha is Shibpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karkha?
The pincode of Karkha is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkha is 1,256, with 648 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Karkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkha village has a total of 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkha is 38.93%. The male literacy rate is 45.83%, while the female literacy rate is 31.58%.