Karuwa Pathal - Belhar, Banka
Karuwa Pathal is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Hathiya Dara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karuwa Pathal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karuwa Pathal is 241462. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Karuwa Pathal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karuwa Pathal
According to the 2011 Census, Karuwa Pathal village had a total population of 127 people, including 58 males and 69 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.00%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 64.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 127 | 58 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 8 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 33 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Karuwa Pathal
Karuwa Pathal 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 Karuwa Pathal
Public transport in the Karuwa Pathal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Banka to Karuwa Pathal is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karuwa Pathal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karuwa Pathal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karuwa Pathal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karuwa Pathal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karuwa Pathal
Where is Karuwa Pathal located?
Karuwa Pathal village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karuwa Pathal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karuwa Pathal is Hathiya Dara.
What is the pincode of Karuwa Pathal?
The pincode of Karuwa Pathal is 813202.
What is the population of Karuwa Pathal?
Karuwa Pathal had a total population of 127, including 58 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Karuwa Pathal?
Karuwa Pathal had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karuwa Pathal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karuwa Pathal was 57.00%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 64.00%.