Karsop

Karsop is a village located in Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from district headquarter Shambhuganj. Shambhuganj is the sub-district headquarter of Karsop village. As per 2009 stats, Karsop village is also a gram panchayat.

Karsop has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karsop

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karsop is 240407. The village spans a total geographical area of 240 hectares. Sultanganj is nearest town to Karsop village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Karsop

Below is a concise population overview of Karsop as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,201 2,784 2,417
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 874 458 416
Scheduled Castes (SC) 562 298 264
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 4 4
Literate Population 3,024 1,761 1,263
Illiterate Population 2,177 1,023 1,154

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karsop village:

  • The total population of Karsop village is around 5,201, including approximately 2,784 males and 2,417 females, with a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 874 children aged 0–6 years in Karsop village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karsop village has 562 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karsop village is about 58.14%, with male literacy at 63.25% and female literacy at 52.25%.
  • There are around 982 households in Karsop village.

Connectivity of Karsop

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karsop. As per the 2011 stats, Karsop had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karsop

Knowing the nearby villages of Karsop helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karsop.

Pahari Telganwan Jaitpur Milik Jaitpur Karanpur Kamardih Rudpai Karsop Arazi Jangal Jhakhra Mahthudih

Frequently Asked Questions about Karsop

Where is Karsop located?
Karsop village is situated in Shambhuganj Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karsop?
Karsop serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Karsop as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karsop is 5,201, with 2,784 males and 2,417 females.
How many households are there in Karsop as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karsop village has a total of 982 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karsop as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karsop is 58.14%. The male literacy rate is 63.25%, while the female literacy rate is 52.25%.