Karkach
Karkach is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.7km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 32.2km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Karkach village is also a gram panchayat.
Karkach has its own place in the vibrant Maldah region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karkach
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkach is 312602. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Karkach village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Karkach
Population of Karkach
Below is a concise population overview of Karkach as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 651 | 344 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 266 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 278 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 66 | 119 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkach village:
- The total population of Karkach village is around 651, including approximately 344 males and 307 females, with a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Karkach village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkach village has 493 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkach village is about 71.58%, with male literacy at 80.81% and female literacy at 61.24%.
- There are around 137 households in Karkach village.
Connectivity of Karkach
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkach. As per the 2011 stats, Karkach had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkach
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkach helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkach.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkach
- Where is Karkach located?
- Karkach village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkach?
- Karkach serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkach?
- The pincode of Karkach is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkach as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkach is 651, with 344 males and 307 females.
- How many households are there in Karkach as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkach village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkach as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkach is 71.58%. The male literacy rate is 80.81%, while the female literacy rate is 61.24%.