Karmi - Itarhi, Buxar
Karmi is a village situated in the Itarhi subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itarhi and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Bijhaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmi is 248679. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.3 hectares and falls under the 802123 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Karmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karmi
According to the 2011 Census, Karmi village had a total population of 1,219 people, including 603 males and 616 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.81%, with male literacy at 84.63% and female literacy at 59.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 1,219 | 603 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 115 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 413 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 190 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Karmi
Karmi 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 Karmi
Karmi 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 | 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 Buxar to Karmi is about 18 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 Karmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karmi
Where is Karmi located?
Karmi village is located in Itarhi Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmi is Bijhaura.
What is the pincode of Karmi?
The pincode of Karmi is 802123.
What is the population of Karmi?
Karmi had a total population of 1,219, including 603 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Karmi?
Karmi had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmi was 71.81%. Male literacy was 84.63% and female literacy was 59.85%.