Karanauti - Bakhtiarpur, Patna
Karanauti is a village situated in the Bakhtiarpur subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bakhtiarpur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Karnauti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanauti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanauti is 246298. The village covers a total geographical area of 452 hectares and falls under the 803212 pincode. Bakhtiarpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karanauti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanauti
As per Census 2011, Karanauti village has a total population of 4,000 people, consisting of 2,154 males and 1,846 females. The village has 671 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 635 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,296 literate and 1,704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 958 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanauti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,000 | 2,154 | 1,846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 340 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 958 | 503 | 455 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,296 | 1,359 | 937 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,704 | 795 | 909 |
Nearby Villages of Karanauti
Karanauti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehpur | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Chanda | East | 1.77 km |
| Tira | South | 2.50 km |
| Mohammadpur | North | 2.53 km |
| Sabnima | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Chero | South | 3.09 km |
| Ukhra | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Sherpur | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Sirsi | East | 3.43 km |
| Burhara | North-East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanauti
Karanauti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kharuara Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bakhtiarpur to Karanauti is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Karanauti is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanauti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanauti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanauti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanauti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanauti
Where is Karanauti located?
Karanauti village is located in Bakhtiarpur Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanauti?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanauti is Karnauti.
What is the pincode of Karanauti?
The pincode of Karanauti is 803212.
What is the population of Karanauti?
Karanauti has a total population of 4,000, including 2,154 males and 1,846 females.
How many households are there in Karanauti?
There are 671 households in Karanauti.
What is the literacy rate in Karanauti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanauti is 57.40%. Male literacy is 63.09% and female literacy is 50.76%.