Karhia Basauli - Bhitaha, Pashchim Champaran
Karhia Basauli is a village situated in the Bhitaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhitaha and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Semarbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karhia Basauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karhia Basauli is 217010. The village covers a total geographical area of 1195.4 hectares and falls under the 845104 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Karhia Basauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karhia Basauli
As per Census 2011, Karhia Basauli village has a total population of 1,500 people, consisting of 826 males and 674 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 815 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 1,033 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karhia Basauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,500 | 826 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 141 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 54 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 335 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,033 | 491 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Karhia Basauli
Karhia Basauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subi Bakwa | North | 2.29 km |
| Kolua | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Manpur | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Bharaulia | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Raypurwa | North | 3.32 km |
| Pakahi | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Nainaha | West | 3.39 km |
| Kuria | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Semarbari | West | 3.73 km |
| Manpur | East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karhia Basauli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karhia Basauli. The nearest railway station is Chaf Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Karhia Basauli is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Karhia Basauli is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karhia Basauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karhia Basauli 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 Karhia Basauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karhia Basauli 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 Karhia Basauli
Where is Karhia Basauli located?
Karhia Basauli village is located in Bhitaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karhia Basauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Karhia Basauli is Semarbari.
What is the pincode of Karhia Basauli?
The pincode of Karhia Basauli is 845104.
What is the population of Karhia Basauli?
Karhia Basauli has a total population of 1,500, including 826 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Karhia Basauli?
There are 215 households in Karhia Basauli.
What is the literacy rate in Karhia Basauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karhia Basauli is 31.13%. Male literacy is 40.56% and female literacy is 19.58%.