Karia

Karia is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bandhgora is the gram panchayat of Karia village.

Here you can discover what makes Karia unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Karia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karia is 339599. The village spans a total geographical area of 28.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Karia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

As per 2019 stats, Karia village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.

Google Map of Karia

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Population of Karia

According to the 2011 Census, Karia has a total population of about 419, with approximately 215 males and 204 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 118. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.84%, with male literacy at about 51.16% and female literacy near 50.49%. There are around 70 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 419 215 204
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 40 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 25 14 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 118 60 58
Literate Population 213 110 103
Illiterate Population 206 105 101

Connectivity of Karia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karia. As per the 2011 stats, Karia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Karia

Knowing the nearby villages of Karia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karia.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karia

Where is Karia located?
Karia village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karia is Bandhgora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karia?
The pincode of Karia is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karia is 419, with 215 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Karia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karia village has a total of 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karia is 50.84%. The male literacy rate is 51.16%, while the female literacy rate is 50.49%.