Karma - Rajpur, Buxar
Karma is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Dulfa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karma is 248604. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karma
According to the 2011 Census, Karma village had a total population of 1,604 people, including 798 males and 806 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.57%, with male literacy at 74.50% and female literacy at 50.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 1,604 | 798 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 143 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 138 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 488 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 310 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Karma
Karma 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 Karma
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karma.
| 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 Karma is about 32 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 Karma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karma 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karma 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 Karma
Where is Karma located?
Karma village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karma?
The Gram Panchayat of Karma is Dulfa.
What is the pincode of Karma?
The pincode of Karma is 802122.
What is the population of Karma?
Karma had a total population of 1,604, including 798 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Karma?
Karma had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karma was 62.57%. Male literacy was 74.50% and female literacy was 50.46%.