Karatsol - Binpur - II, Jhargram
Karatsol is a village situated in the Binpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.6 km from Lalgarh. Harda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karatsol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karatsol is 335853. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.67 hectares and falls under the 721504 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karatsol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Karatsol
According to the 2011 Census, Karatsol village had a total population of 409 people, including 206 males and 203 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.70%, with male literacy at 69.10% and female literacy at 40.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325.
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 | 409 | 206 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 123 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 83 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Karatsol
Karatsol 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 Karatsol
Karatsol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Karatsol is about 30 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 Karatsol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karatsol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karatsol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karatsol 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karatsol
Where is Karatsol located?
Karatsol village is located in Binpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karatsol?
The Gram Panchayat of Karatsol is Harda.
What is the pincode of Karatsol?
The pincode of Karatsol is 721504.
What is the population of Karatsol?
Karatsol had a total population of 409, including 206 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Karatsol?
Karatsol had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karatsol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karatsol was 54.70%. Male literacy was 69.10% and female literacy was 40.76%.