Karaila - Nathnagar, Bhagalpur
Karaila is a village situated in the Nathnagar subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nathnagar and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Noorpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaila is 239499. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 812006 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karaila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nathnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaila
According to the 2011 Census, Karaila village had a total population of 6,515 people, including 3,485 males and 3,030 females, living in 1,134 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.11%, with male literacy at 69.25% and female literacy at 58.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 6,515 | 3,485 | 3,030 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,191 | 617 | 574 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,413 | 1,986 | 1,427 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,102 | 1,499 | 1,603 |
Nearby Villages of Karaila
Karaila 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 Karaila
Public transport in the Karaila is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Karaila has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhagalpur to Karaila is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karaila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karaila
Where is Karaila located?
Karaila village is located in Nathnagar Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaila?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaila is Noorpur.
What is the pincode of Karaila?
The pincode of Karaila is 812006.
What is the population of Karaila?
Karaila had a total population of 6,515, including 3,485 males and 3,030 females.
How many households are there in Karaila?
Karaila had 1,134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaila was 64.11%. Male literacy was 69.25% and female literacy was 58.10%.