Karuamani - Thakurganj, Kishanganj
Karuamani is a village situated in the Thakurganj subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurganj and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Kharudah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karuamani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karuamani is 222411. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.2 hectares and falls under the 855116 pincode. Thakurganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karuamani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karuamani
According to the 2011 Census, Karuamani village had a total population of 1,757 people, including 933 males and 824 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.80%, with male literacy at 54.39% and female literacy at 40.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 1,757 | 933 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 181 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 409 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,093 | 524 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Karuamani
Karuamani 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 Karuamani
Karuamani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Thakurganj to Karuamani is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Karuamani is about 44 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 Karuamani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karuamani 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 Karuamani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karuamani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karuamani
Where is Karuamani located?
Karuamani village is located in Thakurganj Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karuamani?
The Gram Panchayat of Karuamani is Kharudah.
What is the pincode of Karuamani?
The pincode of Karuamani is 855116.
What is the population of Karuamani?
Karuamani had a total population of 1,757, including 933 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Karuamani?
Karuamani had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karuamani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karuamani was 47.80%. Male literacy was 54.39% and female literacy was 40.03%.