Karra - Arrah, Bhojpur
Karra is a village situated in the Arrah subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from Arrah, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Karari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karra is 246784. The village covers a total geographical area of 302 hectares and falls under the 802156 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arrah Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Karra
According to the 2011 Census, Karra village had a total population of 2,058 people, including 1,097 males and 961 females, living in 317 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.90%, with male literacy at 84.83% and female literacy at 55.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262.
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 | 2,058 | 1,097 | 961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 207 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 138 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,194 | 755 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 342 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Karra
Karra 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 Karra
Karra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Arrah to Karra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karra
Where is Karra located?
Karra village is located in Arrah Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karra?
The Gram Panchayat of Karra is Karari.
What is the pincode of Karra?
The pincode of Karra is 802156.
What is the population of Karra?
Karra had a total population of 2,058, including 1,097 males and 961 females.
How many households are there in Karra?
Karra had 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karra was 70.90%. Male literacy was 84.83% and female literacy was 55.29%.