Karasai - Binpur - II, Jhargram
Karasai is a village situated in the Binpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.3 km from Lalgarh. Harda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karasai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karasai is 335843. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.84 hectares and falls under the 721504 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Karasai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karasai
According to the 2011 Census, Karasai village had a total population of 144 people, including 77 males and 67 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Karasai
Karasai 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 Karasai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Karasai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karasai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karasai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karasai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karasai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karasai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karasai
Where is Karasai located?
Karasai village is located in Binpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karasai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karasai is Harda.
What is the pincode of Karasai?
The pincode of Karasai is 721504.
What is the population of Karasai?
Karasai had a total population of 144, including 77 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Karasai?
Karasai had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karasai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karasai was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.