Kariat

Kariat is a village located in Jokihat subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Jokihat (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Bagnagar is the gram panchayat of Kariat village.

Kariat has its own place in the vibrant Araria 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 Kariat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kariat is 222197. The village spans a total geographical area of 183 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854325. Araria is nearest town to Kariat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Kariat

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 311 166 145
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 33 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 138 71 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 24 12 12
Literate Population 200 114 86
Illiterate Population 111 52 59

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

  • The total population of Kariat village is around 311, including approximately 166 males and 145 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Kariat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kariat village has 138 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 24 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kariat village is about 64.31%, with male literacy at 68.67% and female literacy at 59.31%.
  • There are around 74 households in Kariat village.

Connectivity of Kariat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kariat. As per the 2011 stats, Kariat 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kariat

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

Turkaili Bhag Turkaili Kakorha Matiari Saifullah Tola Domahana Sapa Majgawan Chilhania Masuria Parha

Frequently Asked Questions about Kariat

Where is Kariat located?
Kariat village is situated in Jokihat Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kariat?
The Gram Panchayat of Kariat is Bagnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kariat?
The pincode of Kariat is 854325, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kariat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kariat is 311, with 166 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Kariat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kariat village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kariat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kariat is 64.31%. The male literacy rate is 68.67%, while the female literacy rate is 59.31%.