Karahri - Gobindpur, Nawada
Karahri is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Budhwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karahri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karahri is 257925. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 805121 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Karahri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karahri
According to the 2011 Census, Karahri village had a total population of 549 people, including 275 males and 274 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.76%, with male literacy at 81.99% and female literacy at 43.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 246.
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 | 549 | 275 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 121 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 173 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 102 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Karahri
Karahri 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 Karahri
Public transport in the Karahri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Karahri is about 27 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 Karahri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karahri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karahri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karahri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karahri
Where is Karahri located?
Karahri village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karahri?
The Gram Panchayat of Karahri is Budhwara.
What is the pincode of Karahri?
The pincode of Karahri is 805121.
What is the population of Karahri?
Karahri had a total population of 549, including 275 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Karahri?
Karahri had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karahri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karahri was 62.76%. Male literacy was 81.99% and female literacy was 43.98%.