Karsar - Nawanagar, Buxar
Karsar is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Karsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karsar is 248917. The village covers a total geographical area of 639 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karsar
According to the 2011 Census, Karsar village had a total population of 5,647 people, including 2,901 males and 2,746 females, living in 820 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.02%, with male literacy at 76.14% and female literacy at 55.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 803.
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 | 5,647 | 2,901 | 2,746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,012 | 525 | 487 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 803 | 406 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,060 | 1,809 | 1,251 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,587 | 1,092 | 1,495 |
Nearby Villages of Karsar
Karsar 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 Karsar
Karsar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Domraon to Karsar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Karsar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karsar
Where is Karsar located?
Karsar village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karsar?
Karsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karsar?
The pincode of Karsar is 802129.
What is the population of Karsar?
Karsar had a total population of 5,647, including 2,901 males and 2,746 females.
How many households are there in Karsar?
Karsar had 820 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karsar was 66.02%. Male literacy was 76.14% and female literacy was 55.38%.