Karor - Palasi, Araria
Karor is a village situated in the Palasi subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palasi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Deghli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karor is 222015. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 854333 pincode. Araria is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sikti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Araria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karor
As per Census 2011, Karor village has a total population of 2,796 people, consisting of 1,431 males and 1,365 females. The village has 584 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 630 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 466 literate and 2,330 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,796 | 1,431 | 1,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 630 | 315 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 335 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,330 | 1,096 | 1,234 |
Nearby Villages of Karor
Karor 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 Karor
Public transport in the Karor is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Araria to Karor is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karor
Where is Karor located?
Karor village is located in Palasi Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karor?
The Gram Panchayat of Karor is Deghli.
What is the pincode of Karor?
The pincode of Karor is 854333.
What is the population of Karor?
Karor has a total population of 2,796, including 1,431 males and 1,365 females.
How many households are there in Karor?
There are 584 households in Karor.
What is the literacy rate in Karor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karor is 16.67%. Male literacy is 23.41% and female literacy is 9.60%.