Karru

Karru is a village located in Bundwan subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 22.7km away from sub-district headquarter Bandwan (tehsildar office) and 64.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Kuchia is the gram panchayat of Karru village.

Karru has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Karru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karru is 332466. The village spans a total geographical area of 355.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723129. Jamshedpur is nearest town to Karru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 68km away.

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Population of Karru

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 706 361 345
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 125 63 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 669 337 332
Literate Population 232 157 75
Illiterate Population 474 204 270

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

  • The total population of Karru village is around 706, including approximately 361 males and 345 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 125 children aged 0–6 years in Karru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karru village has 669 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karru village is about 32.86%, with male literacy at 43.49% and female literacy at 21.74%.
  • There are around 140 households in Karru village.

Connectivity of Karru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karru. As per the 2011 stats, Karru 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karru

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

Kantagora Madhuban Ghoratika Barakhula Punsa Burijhor Satara Chanora Rajgram Mahulbani Golkata

Frequently Asked Questions about Karru

Where is Karru located?
Karru village is situated in Bundwan Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karru?
The Gram Panchayat of Karru is Kuchia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karru?
The pincode of Karru is 723129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karru is 706, with 361 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Karru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karru village has a total of 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karru is 32.86%. The male literacy rate is 43.49%, while the female literacy rate is 21.74%.