Karamthan - Dobhi, Gaya
Karamthan is a village situated in the Dobhi subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dobhi and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Neema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karamthan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karamthan is 256360. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 824220 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Karamthan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karamthan
According to the 2011 Census, Karamthan village had a total population of 279 people, including 138 males and 141 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.29%, with male literacy at 73.79% and female literacy at 37.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 279 | 138 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 76 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 62 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Karamthan
Karamthan 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 Karamthan
Karamthan 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 Sherghati to Karamthan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Karamthan is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karamthan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karamthan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karamthan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karamthan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karamthan
Where is Karamthan located?
Karamthan village is located in Dobhi Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karamthan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karamthan is Neema.
What is the pincode of Karamthan?
The pincode of Karamthan is 824220.
What is the population of Karamthan?
Karamthan had a total population of 279, including 138 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Karamthan?
Karamthan had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karamthan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karamthan was 55.29%. Male literacy was 73.79% and female literacy was 37.14%.