Karak

Karak is a village located in Nanda Kumar subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Nanda Kumar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karak village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kalyanpur is the gram panchayat of Karak village.

Karak has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur 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 Karak

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karak is 344750. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721632. Tamluk is nearest town to Karak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Karak

Below is a concise population overview of Karak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,373 1,202 1,171
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 244 120 124
Scheduled Castes (SC) 280 132 148
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,790 973 817
Illiterate Population 583 229 354

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karak village:

  • The total population of Karak village is around 2,373, including approximately 1,202 males and 1,171 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 244 children aged 0–6 years in Karak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karak village has 280 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karak village is about 75.43%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 69.77%.
  • There are around 578 households in Karak village.

Connectivity of Karak

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

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

Nearby Villages of Karak

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

Mahammadpur Fatepur Sandalpur Madhabpur Kalyanpur Terapara Jalpai Lakshya Baramrit Bere Danipur Magori Kesabpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Karak

Where is Karak located?
Karak village is situated in Nanda Kumar Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karak?
The Gram Panchayat of Karak is Kalyanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karak?
The pincode of Karak is 721632, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karak is 2,373, with 1,202 males and 1,171 females.
How many households are there in Karak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karak village has a total of 578 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karak is 75.43%. The male literacy rate is 80.95%, while the female literacy rate is 69.77%.