Karup

Karup is a village located in Kargahar subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kargahar (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Babhani is the gram panchayat of Karup village.

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 251881. The village spans a total geographical area of 447 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802224. Sasaram is nearest town to Karup village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km 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 3,303 1,731 1,572
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 543 290 253
Scheduled Castes (SC) 505 261 244
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,954 1,156 798
Illiterate Population 1,349 575 774

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

  • The total population of Karup village is around 3,303, including approximately 1,731 males and 1,572 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 543 children aged 0–6 years in Karup village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karup village has 505 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karup village is about 59.16%, with male literacy at 66.78% and female literacy at 50.76%.
  • There are around 458 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 village
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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karup

Where is Karup located?
Karup village is situated in Kargahar Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karup?
The Gram Panchayat of Karup is Babhani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karup?
The pincode of Karup is 802224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karup as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karup is 3,303, with 1,731 males and 1,572 females.
How many households are there in Karup as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karup village has a total of 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karup as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karup is 59.16%. The male literacy rate is 66.78%, while the female literacy rate is 50.76%.