Karup

Karup is a village located in Karakat subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Karakat (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Karup village is also a gram panchayat.

Karup has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karup

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karup is 251277. The village spans a total geographical area of 150 hectares. Bikramganj is nearest town to Karup village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Karup

Below is a concise population overview of Karup as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 900 478 422
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 63 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 166 92 74
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 599 364 235
Illiterate Population 301 114 187

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karup village:

  • The total population of Karup village is around 900, including approximately 478 males and 422 females, with a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Karup village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karup village has 166 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karup village is about 66.56%, with male literacy at 76.15% and female literacy at 55.69%.
  • There are around 171 households in Karup village.

Connectivity of Karup

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karup. As per the 2011 stats, Karup had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karup

Knowing the nearby villages of Karup helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karup.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Karup

Where is Karup located?
Karup village is situated in Karakat Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karup?
Karup serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Karup as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karup is 900, with 478 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Karup as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karup village has a total of 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karup as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karup is 66.56%. The male literacy rate is 76.15%, while the female literacy rate is 55.69%.