Karamsol - Binpur - I, Jhargram
Karamsol is a village situated in the Binpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.9 km from Binpur. Lalgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karamsol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karamsol is 336356. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.49 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Karamsol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Karamsol
According to the 2011 Census, Karamsol village had a total population of 100 people, including 54 males and 46 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.05%, with male literacy at 42.22% and female literacy at 46.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 35 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Karamsol
Karamsol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karamsol
Karamsol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jhargram to Karamsol is about 26 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 Karamsol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karamsol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karamsol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karamsol 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karamsol
Where is Karamsol located?
Karamsol village is located in Binpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karamsol?
The Gram Panchayat of Karamsol is Lalgarh.
What is the pincode of Karamsol?
The pincode of Karamsol is 721516.
What is the population of Karamsol?
Karamsol had a total population of 100, including 54 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Karamsol?
Karamsol had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karamsol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karamsol was 44.05%. Male literacy was 42.22% and female literacy was 46.15%.