Karsop Arazi - Shambhuganj, Banka
Karsop Arazi is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Karsop serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karsop Arazi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karsop Arazi is 240410. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Karsop Arazi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karsop Arazi
According to the 2011 Census, Karsop Arazi village had a total population of 2,021 people, including 1,043 males and 978 females, living in 349 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.29%, with male literacy at 69.95% and female literacy at 58.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 2,021 | 1,043 | 978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 211 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 582 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 461 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Karsop Arazi
Karsop Arazi 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 Karsop Arazi
Karsop Arazi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Sultanganj to Karsop Arazi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Karsop Arazi is about 40 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 Karsop Arazi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karsop Arazi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karsop Arazi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karsop Arazi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karsop Arazi
Where is Karsop Arazi located?
Karsop Arazi village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karsop Arazi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karsop Arazi is Karsop.
What is the pincode of Karsop Arazi?
The pincode of Karsop Arazi is 813211.
What is the population of Karsop Arazi?
Karsop Arazi had a total population of 2,021, including 1,043 males and 978 females.
How many households are there in Karsop Arazi?
Karsop Arazi had 349 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karsop Arazi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karsop Arazi was 64.29%. Male literacy was 69.95% and female literacy was 58.29%.