Karianna - Silao, Nalanda
Karianna is a village situated in the Silao subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silao and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Kariyanna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karianna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karianna is 245094. The village covers a total geographical area of 543 hectares and falls under the 803117 pincode. Silao is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karianna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nalanda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karianna
As per Census 2011, Karianna village has a total population of 6,704 people, consisting of 3,478 males and 3,226 females. The village has 1,084 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,023 literate and 3,681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karianna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,704 | 3,478 | 3,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,225 | 609 | 616 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,212 | 1,162 | 1,050 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,023 | 1,881 | 1,142 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,681 | 1,597 | 2,084 |
Nearby Villages of Karianna
Karianna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bindi Dih | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Ghustawan | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Kamal Bigha | South | 2.38 km |
| Bhadari | North | 2.42 km |
| Narhar Bigha | West | 2.60 km |
| Nanan | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Bazidpur | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Dharhara | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Mahuri | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Dharampura | South | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karianna
Karianna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Marahra, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.0 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silao to Karianna is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Karianna is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karianna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karianna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karianna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karianna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karianna
Where is Karianna located?
Karianna village is located in Silao Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karianna?
The Gram Panchayat of Karianna is Kariyanna.
What is the pincode of Karianna?
The pincode of Karianna is 803117.
What is the population of Karianna?
Karianna has a total population of 6,704, including 3,478 males and 3,226 females.
How many households are there in Karianna?
There are 1,084 households in Karianna.
What is the literacy rate in Karianna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karianna is 45.09%. Male literacy is 54.08% and female literacy is 35.40%.