Karaundia - Chand, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Karaundia is a village situated in the Chand subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chand and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Parhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaundia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaundia is 249690. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 821106 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Karaundia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karaundia
As per Census 2011, Karaundia village has a total population of 2,374 people, consisting of 1,206 males and 1,168 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 419 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,437 literate and 937 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karaundia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,374 | 1,206 | 1,168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 206 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 109 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,437 | 839 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 367 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Karaundia
Karaundia 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 Karaundia
Karaundia 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabua to Karaundia is about 36 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 Karaundia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaundia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karaundia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaundia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karaundia
Where is Karaundia located?
Karaundia village is located in Chand Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaundia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaundia is Parhi.
What is the pincode of Karaundia?
The pincode of Karaundia is 821106.
What is the population of Karaundia?
Karaundia has a total population of 2,374, including 1,206 males and 1,168 females.
How many households are there in Karaundia?
There are 359 households in Karaundia.
What is the literacy rate in Karaundia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaundia is 60.53%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 51.20%.