Karup - Karakat, Rohtas
Karup is a village situated in the Karakat subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karakat and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Manik Parasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karup village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karup is 251277. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 821112 pincode. Bikramganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Karup village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karup
According to the 2011 Census, Karup village had a total population of 900 people, including 478 males and 422 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.40%, with male literacy at 87.71% and female literacy at 63.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 166.
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 | 900 | 478 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 92 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 364 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 114 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Karup
Karup 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 Karup
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikramganj to Karup is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Karup is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Karup
Where is Karup located?
Karup village is located in Karakat Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karup?
The Gram Panchayat of Karup is Manik Parasi.
What is the pincode of Karup?
The pincode of Karup is 821112.
What is the population of Karup?
Karup had a total population of 900, including 478 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Karup?
Karup had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karup?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karup was 76.40%. Male literacy was 87.71% and female literacy was 63.69%.