Karaila - Rajpur, Buxar
Karaila is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Samahuta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaila is 248568. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Karaila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karaila
According to the 2011 Census, Karaila village had a total population of 1,316 people, including 674 males and 642 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.07%, with male literacy at 69.01% and female literacy at 42.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 1,316 | 674 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 148 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 568 | 363 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 311 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Karaila
Karaila 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 Karaila
Karaila 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 >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 Karaila is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karaila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaila 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karaila
Where is Karaila located?
Karaila village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaila?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaila is Samahuta.
What is the pincode of Karaila?
The pincode of Karaila is 802122.
What is the population of Karaila?
Karaila had a total population of 1,316, including 674 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Karaila?
Karaila had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaila was 56.07%. Male literacy was 69.01% and female literacy was 42.09%.