Karcha

Karcha is a village located in Purulia Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 40.9km away from Purulia, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Karcha village. As per 2009 stats, Bhangra is the gram panchayat of Karcha village.

Karcha 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 Karcha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karcha is 329985. The village spans a total geographical area of 354.91 hectares. Purulia is nearest town to Karcha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Karcha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,530 795 735
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 203 101 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,137 585 552
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 841 542 299
Illiterate Population 689 253 436

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

  • The total population of Karcha village is around 1,530, including approximately 795 males and 735 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Karcha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karcha village has 1,137 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karcha village is about 54.97%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 40.68%.
  • There are around 299 households in Karcha village.

Connectivity of Karcha

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

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

Nearby Villages of Karcha

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

Jhupra Dhurahi Gengra Latuliya Singhbazar Sandradi Kathaldiha Sidpur Kandhurka Alias Bhabanipur Chanchra Dhansura

Frequently Asked Questions about Karcha

Where is Karcha located?
Karcha village is situated in Purulia Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karcha?
The Gram Panchayat of Karcha is Bhangra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Karcha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karcha is 1,530, with 795 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Karcha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karcha village has a total of 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karcha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karcha is 54.97%. The male literacy rate is 68.18%, while the female literacy rate is 40.68%.