Karaibaria - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Karaibaria is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from Sarisha and around 47.7 km from Alipore. Mathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaibaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaibaria is 334421. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 743503 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karaibaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaibaria
According to the 2011 Census, Karaibaria village had a total population of 1,756 people, including 909 males and 847 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.55%, with male literacy at 80.14% and female literacy at 70.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,756 | 909 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 73 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,202 | 670 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 239 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Karaibaria
Karaibaria is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karaibaria
Karaibaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karaibaria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Karaibaria is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Karaibaria is about 47.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaibaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaibaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karaibaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaibaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karaibaria
Where is Karaibaria located?
Karaibaria village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaibaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaibaria is Mathur.
What is the pincode of Karaibaria?
The pincode of Karaibaria is 743503.
What is the population of Karaibaria?
Karaibaria had a total population of 1,756, including 909 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Karaibaria?
Karaibaria had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaibaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaibaria was 75.55%. Male literacy was 80.14% and female literacy was 70.46%.