Karma - Barun, Aurangabad
Karma is a village situated in the Barun subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barun and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Pipra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karma is 253555. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 824112 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Karma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nabinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karma
According to the 2011 Census, Karma village had a total population of 1,005 people, including 524 males and 481 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.05%, with male literacy at 84.42% and female literacy at 53.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 1,005 | 524 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 94 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 363 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 161 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Karma
Karma 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 Karma
Public transport in the Karma is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aurangabad to Karma is about 27 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 Karma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karma
Where is Karma located?
Karma village is located in Barun Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karma?
The Gram Panchayat of Karma is Pipra.
What is the pincode of Karma?
The pincode of Karma is 824112.
What is the population of Karma?
Karma had a total population of 1,005, including 524 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Karma?
Karma had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karma was 70.05%. Male literacy was 84.42% and female literacy was 53.70%.