Karamkila - Rajpur, Rohtas
Karamkila is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Barawn serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karamkila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karamkila is 251488. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 802219 pincode. Bikramganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karamkila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karamkila
According to the 2011 Census, Karamkila village had a total population of 1,746 people, including 908 males and 838 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.03%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 66.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 571.
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 | 1,746 | 908 | 838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 176 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 301 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 636 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 272 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Karamkila
Karamkila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisunpur | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Chand Simarhat | West | 1.14 km |
| Chhanha | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Habbupur | East | 1.20 km |
| Kusadhar | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Rajpur | North | 1.89 km |
| Mahuari | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Baghaila | West | 2.21 km |
| Tendubahar | East | 2.27 km |
| Niman | South | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karamkila
Karamkila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garhnokha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.0 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikramganj to Karamkila is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Karamkila is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karamkila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karamkila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karamkila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karamkila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karamkila
Where is Karamkila located?
Karamkila village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karamkila?
The Gram Panchayat of Karamkila is Barawn.
What is the pincode of Karamkila?
The pincode of Karamkila is 802219.
What is the population of Karamkila?
Karamkila had a total population of 1,746, including 908 males and 838 females.
How many households are there in Karamkila?
Karamkila had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karamkila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karamkila was 77.03%. Male literacy was 86.89% and female literacy was 66.06%.