Karman - Roh, Nawada
Karman is a village situated in the Roh subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Roh and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Morawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karman is 257834. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 805107 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Karman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karman
According to the 2011 Census, Karman village had a total population of 453 people, including 225 males and 228 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.41%, with male literacy at 65.45% and female literacy at 21.59%.
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 | 453 | 225 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 34 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 125 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 100 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Karman
Karman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santhe | South-West | 0.69 km |
| Bajwara | North | 1.08 km |
| Kusdihra | South | 1.45 km |
| Sheikhpura | West | 1.62 km |
| Diaura | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Iruri | North | 2.08 km |
| Pipra | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Isepur | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Chhanaun | South | 2.75 km |
| Budhauli | East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karman
Karman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baghi Bardiha, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nawada to Karman is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karman 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karman
Where is Karman located?
Karman village is located in Roh Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karman?
The Gram Panchayat of Karman is Morawan.
What is the pincode of Karman?
The pincode of Karman is 805107.
What is the population of Karman?
Karman had a total population of 453, including 225 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Karman?
Karman had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karman was 44.41%. Male literacy was 65.45% and female literacy was 21.59%.