Karaman - Puraini, Madhepura
Karaman is a village situated in the Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraini and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Sapardah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaman is 226146. The village covers a total geographical area of 516 hectares and falls under the 852116 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karaman
According to the 2011 Census, Karaman village had a total population of 3,446 people, including 1,807 males and 1,639 females, living in 799 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.85%, with male literacy at 76.36% and female literacy at 64.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245.
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 | 3,446 | 1,807 | 1,639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 571 | 297 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 137 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,037 | 1,153 | 884 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,409 | 654 | 755 |
Nearby Villages of Karaman
Karaman 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 Karaman
Karaman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karaman.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Karaman is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Karaman is about 40 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 Karaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaman 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaman 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 Karaman
Where is Karaman located?
Karaman village is located in Puraini Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaman is Sapardah.
What is the pincode of Karaman?
The pincode of Karaman is 852116.
What is the population of Karaman?
Karaman had a total population of 3,446, including 1,807 males and 1,639 females.
How many households are there in Karaman?
Karaman had 799 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaman was 70.85%. Male literacy was 76.36% and female literacy was 64.76%.