Karche

Karche is a village located in Jhalda Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 46.5km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 40.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Chitmu is the gram panchayat of Karche village.

Karche 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 Karche

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karche is 331431. The village spans a total geographical area of 333.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723215. Jhalda is nearest town to Karche village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Karche

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,448 739 709
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 200 108 92
Scheduled Castes (SC) 151 76 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,278 652 626
Literate Population 615 403 212
Illiterate Population 833 336 497

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

  • The total population of Karche village is around 1,448, including approximately 739 males and 709 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Karche village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karche village has 151 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,278 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karche village is about 42.47%, with male literacy at 54.53% and female literacy at 29.90%.
  • There are around 284 households in Karche village.

Connectivity of Karche

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karche. As per the 2011 stats, Karche 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 Karche

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Karche

Where is Karche located?
Karche village is situated in Jhalda Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karche?
The Gram Panchayat of Karche is Chitmu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karche?
The pincode of Karche is 723215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karche as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karche is 1,448, with 739 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Karche as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karche village has a total of 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karche as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karche is 42.47%. The male literacy rate is 54.53%, while the female literacy rate is 29.90%.