Karasai - Nayagram, Jhargram
Karasai is a village situated in the Nayagram subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Jamirapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karasai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karasai is 341068. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.63 hectares and falls under the 721135 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Karasai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karasai
As per Census 2011, Karasai village has a total population of 464 people, consisting of 239 males and 225 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karasai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 239 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 152 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 87 | 126 |
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 >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 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karasai
Where is Karasai located?
Karasai village is located in Nayagram Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karasai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karasai is Jamirapal.
What is the pincode of Karasai?
The pincode of Karasai is 721135.
What is the population of Karasai?
Karasai has a total population of 464, including 239 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Karasai?
There are 120 households in Karasai.
What is the literacy rate in Karasai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karasai is 54.09%. Male literacy is 63.60% and female literacy is 44.00%.