Karauniya - Piro, Bhojpur
Karauniya is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Ayar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karauniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karauniya is 247298. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 802155 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Karauniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karauniya
As per Census 2011, Karauniya village has a total population of 1,052 people, consisting of 562 males and 490 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 678 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karauniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,052 | 562 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 114 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 417 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 145 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Karauniya
Karauniya 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 Karauniya
Karauniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Karauniya is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Karauniya is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karauniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karauniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karauniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karauniya 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 Karauniya
Where is Karauniya located?
Karauniya village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karauniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Karauniya is Ayar.
What is the pincode of Karauniya?
The pincode of Karauniya is 802155.
What is the population of Karauniya?
Karauniya has a total population of 1,052, including 562 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Karauniya?
There are 147 households in Karauniya.
What is the literacy rate in Karauniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karauniya is 64.45%. Male literacy is 74.20% and female literacy is 53.27%.