Karnamenpur - Shahpur, Bhojpur
Karnamenpur is a village situated in the Shahpur subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Deomalpur Bahudri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnamenpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnamenpur is 246592. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 802112 pincode. Shahpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Karnamenpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karnamenpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karnamenpur village had a total population of 4,402 people, including 2,263 males and 2,139 females, living in 607 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.72%, with male literacy at 81.35% and female literacy at 59.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 918, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 4,402 | 2,263 | 2,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 710 | 354 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 918 | 483 | 435 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 2,611 | 1,553 | 1,058 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,791 | 710 | 1,081 |
Nearby Villages of Karnamenpur
Karnamenpur 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 Karnamenpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karnamenpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahpur to Karnamenpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Karnamenpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnamenpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnamenpur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karnamenpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnamenpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karnamenpur
Where is Karnamenpur located?
Karnamenpur village is located in Shahpur Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karnamenpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnamenpur is Deomalpur Bahudri.
What is the pincode of Karnamenpur?
The pincode of Karnamenpur is 802112.
What is the population of Karnamenpur?
Karnamenpur had a total population of 4,402, including 2,263 males and 2,139 females.
How many households are there in Karnamenpur?
Karnamenpur had 607 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnamenpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnamenpur was 70.72%. Male literacy was 81.35% and female literacy was 59.34%.