Village code 375166

Karanka Village, Murhu Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Karanka is a village in Murhu Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Khunti district, Jharkhand. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Karanka village map in Jharkhand
Karanka village map image for Murhu Block, Jharkhand.

Village Overview

Karanka is a village in Murhu Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Khunti district, Jharkhand. For Karanka, the population is 305, PIN code is 835216 and Census village code is 375166. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Karanka village
Village code375166
PIN code835216
Population305
Households56
Area156 ha / 1.56 sq. km / 385 acres
Population density196 people per sq. km
Sex ratio981 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townKhunti (31 km)
Current stateJharkhand
Census 2011 stateJharkhand
Current districtKhunti
Census 2011 districtKhunti

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 835216. This helps users verify the postal area for Karanka, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Karanka village
PIN code835216
Post offices linked with this PINMurhu SO, Bamhani BO, Barudih B.O, Binda Bazar BO, Birbanki BO, and Burju BO
Best matching post officeMurhu SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtKhunti
Postal stateJharkhand
Postal divisionRanchi Division
Postal circleJharkhand Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Karanka comes under Rumutkel gram panchayat and Murhu C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Murhu Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Murhu at 21 km. The Census district headquarters, Khunti, is 31 km away.

Administrative details for Karanka
Current stateJharkhand
Census 2011 stateJharkhand
Current districtKhunti
Census 2011 districtKhunti
State code20
District code365
Block / Census sub-district code2703
Gram panchayat code0122
C.D. Block code209
Block panchayat code209

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Karanka village and its household count.

Total population

305 residents in 56 households

Male population

154

Female population

151

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: 284

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Karanka
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Karanka
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreNot available in village
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Karanka
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyNot available in village
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Karanka
Net area sown41.72 hectares
Forest area6.16 hectares
Non-agricultural area2.91 hectares
Current fallow land42.96 hectares
Other fallow land30.02 hectares
Main cropRice

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Karanka
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Gulu, 5-10 km away.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Murhu, more than 10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Khunti, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Karanka

Khunti (31 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Murhu is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Karanka
Nearest major townKhunti (31 km)
Block headquartersMurhu (21 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Karanka. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Karanka
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Karanka village located?

Karanka is located in Murhu Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Khunti.

Which Block is Karanka in?

Karanka is in Murhu Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Karanka in?

District: Khunti.

What is the village code of Karanka?

The Census village code of Karanka is 375166.

What is the PIN code of Karanka?

The PIN code reported for Karanka is 835216.

What is the population of Karanka?

Karanka has 305 residents in 56 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Karanka part of?

Karanka comes under Rumutkel gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Karanka?

The nearest statutory town to Karanka is Khunti (31 km).

Which crops are grown in Karanka?

The main crops reported for Karanka are Rice.

What land-use details are available for Karanka?

Land-use details for Karanka include net area sown: 41.72 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Karanka?

Government primary school status for Karanka is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Karanka?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Karanka?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Karanka?

The total geographical area of Karanka is 156 hectares.

How many households are in Karanka?

Karanka has 56 households as per Census 2011.

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