Karai
About Karai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karai village is 311455. Karai village is located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.2km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Karai village. As per 2009 stats, Hazratpur is the gram panchayat of Karai village.
The total geographical area of village is 89.54 hectares. Karai has a total population of 261 peoples, out of which male population is 138 while female population is 123. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 891 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karai village is 76.25% out of which 80.43% males and 71.54% females are literate. There are about 66 houses in karai village. Pincode of karai village locality is 733127.
When it comes to administration, Karai village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karai village comes under Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to karai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Karai
The population details of Karai 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 | 261 | 138 | 123 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 199 | 111 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 27 | 35 |
Connectivity of Karai
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karai
Where is Karai located?
Karai village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karai is Hazratpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karai?
The pincode of Karai is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karai is 261, with 138 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Karai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karai village has a total of 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karai is 76.25%. The male literacy rate is 80.43%, while the female literacy rate is 71.54%.