Karmi - Rafiganj, Aurangabad
Karmi is a village situated in the Rafiganj subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rafiganj and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Charkanwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmi is 253043. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 824125 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Karmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karmi
As per Census 2011, Karmi village has a total population of 1,195 people, consisting of 632 males and 563 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 573 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karmi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,195 | 632 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 103 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 93 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 362 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 270 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Karmi
Karmi 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 Karmi
Karmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Karmi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rafiganj to Karmi is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Karmi is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karmi
Where is Karmi located?
Karmi village is located in Rafiganj Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmi is Charkanwan.
What is the pincode of Karmi?
The pincode of Karmi is 824125.
What is the population of Karmi?
Karmi has a total population of 1,195, including 632 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Karmi?
There are 196 households in Karmi.
What is the literacy rate in Karmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmi is 47.95%. Male literacy is 57.28% and female literacy is 37.48%.