Karkaria
Karkaria is a village located in Nakashipara subdivision of Nadia district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.9km away from sub-district headquarter Nakashipara (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Krishnanagar. As per 2009 stats, Dharmada is the gram panchayat of Karkaria village.
Karkaria has its own place in the vibrant Nadia 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 Karkaria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkaria is 321482. The village spans a total geographical area of 372.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 741162. Krishna Nagar is nearest town to Karkaria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karkaria village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nakashipara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Karkaria
Below is a concise population overview of Karkaria 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 | 1,798 | 918 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 236 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 542 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 824 | 376 | 448 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkaria village:
- The total population of Karkaria village is around 1,798, including approximately 918 males and 880 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Karkaria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkaria village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 489 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkaria village is about 54.17%, with male literacy at 59.04% and female literacy at 49.09%.
- There are around 444 households in Karkaria village.
Connectivity of Karkaria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkaria. As per the 2011 stats, Karkaria 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 Karkaria
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkaria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkaria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkaria
- Where is Karkaria located?
- Karkaria village is situated in Nakashipara Subdivision, within the Nadia district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkaria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karkaria is Dharmada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karkaria?
- The pincode of Karkaria is 741162, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkaria is 1,798, with 918 males and 880 females.
- How many households are there in Karkaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkaria village has a total of 444 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkaria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkaria is 54.17%. The male literacy rate is 59.04%, while the female literacy rate is 49.09%.