Karamwa - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Karamwa is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Karamwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karamwa is 217352. The village covers a total geographical area of 675 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karamwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bettiah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karamwa
According to the 2011 Census, Karamwa village had a total population of 5,060 people, including 2,676 males and 2,384 females, living in 799 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.41%, with male literacy at 57.39% and female literacy at 38.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 818.
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 | 5,060 | 2,676 | 2,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,077 | 578 | 499 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 818 | 422 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,928 | 1,204 | 724 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,132 | 1,472 | 1,660 |
Nearby Villages of Karamwa
Karamwa 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 Karamwa
Karamwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Karamwa is about 32 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 Karamwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karamwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karamwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karamwa 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 Karamwa
Where is Karamwa located?
Karamwa village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karamwa?
Karamwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karamwa?
The pincode of Karamwa is 845454.
What is the population of Karamwa?
Karamwa had a total population of 5,060, including 2,676 males and 2,384 females.
How many households are there in Karamwa?
Karamwa had 799 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karamwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karamwa was 48.41%. Male literacy was 57.39% and female literacy was 38.41%.