Kaup - Garhani, Bhojpur
Kaup is a village situated in the Garhani subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhani and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Kaup village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaup is 247507. The village covers a total geographical area of 557 hectares and falls under the 802203 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kaup village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaup
As per Census 2011, Kaup village has a total population of 4,958 people, consisting of 2,635 males and 2,323 females. The village has 740 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 910 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,290 literate and 2,668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 954 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaup are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,958 | 2,635 | 2,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 910 | 496 | 414 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 954 | 500 | 454 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,290 | 1,513 | 777 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,668 | 1,122 | 1,546 |
Nearby Villages of Kaup
Kaup 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 Kaup
Kaup is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kaup.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Kaup is about 24 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 Kaup
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaup village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaup
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaup village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kaup
Where is Kaup located?
Kaup village is located in Garhani Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaup?
Kaup is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaup?
The pincode of Kaup is 802203.
What is the population of Kaup?
Kaup has a total population of 4,958, including 2,635 males and 2,323 females.
How many households are there in Kaup?
There are 740 households in Kaup.
What is the literacy rate in Kaup?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaup is 46.19%. Male literacy is 57.42% and female literacy is 33.45%.