Karimachak - Naugachhia, Bhagalpur
Karimachak is a village situated in the Naugachhia subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugachhia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Jamunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karimachak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karimachak is 238953. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 853205 pincode. Naugachhia is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Karimachak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karimachak
According to the 2011 Census, Karimachak village had a total population of 2,534 people, including 1,325 males and 1,209 females, living in 445 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.40%, with male literacy at 78.96% and female literacy at 67.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 2,534 | 1,325 | 1,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 213 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 878 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 989 | 447 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Karimachak
Karimachak 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 Karimachak
Public transport in the Karimachak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karimachak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naugachhia to Karimachak is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Karimachak is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karimachak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karimachak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karimachak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karimachak 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karimachak
Where is Karimachak located?
Karimachak village is located in Naugachhia Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karimachak?
The Gram Panchayat of Karimachak is Jamunia.
What is the pincode of Karimachak?
The pincode of Karimachak is 853205.
What is the population of Karimachak?
Karimachak had a total population of 2,534, including 1,325 males and 1,209 females.
How many households are there in Karimachak?
Karimachak had 445 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karimachak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karimachak was 73.40%. Male literacy was 78.96% and female literacy was 67.17%.