Karian - Shivaji Nagar, Samastipur
Karian is a village situated in the Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shivaji Nagar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Kariyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karian is 236422. The village covers a total geographical area of 1743 hectares and falls under the 848117 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Karian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karian
As per Census 2011, Karian village has a total population of 25,225 people, consisting of 13,146 males and 12,079 females. The village has 5,506 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,923 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,153 literate and 13,072 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,687 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,225 | 13,146 | 12,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,923 | 2,560 | 2,363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,687 | 3,429 | 3,258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 12,153 | 7,401 | 4,752 |
| Illiterate Population | 13,072 | 5,745 | 7,327 |
Nearby Villages of Karian
Karian 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pura | North | 2.09 km |
| Balaha | West | 2.52 km |
| Dharampur | East | 2.88 km |
| Ramaul | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Pokharbhinda | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Thahar Basarhia | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Hasanpur | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Kaji Dumra | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Motipur | South | 3.65 km |
| Rajaur Rambhadarpur | North | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karian
Public transport in the Karian is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rusera Ghat, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rosera to Karian is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Karian is about 28 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 Karian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karian 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 Karian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karian 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 Karian
Where is Karian located?
Karian village is located in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karian?
The Gram Panchayat of Karian is Kariyan.
What is the pincode of Karian?
The pincode of Karian is 848117.
What is the population of Karian?
Karian has a total population of 25,225, including 13,146 males and 12,079 females.
How many households are there in Karian?
There are 5,506 households in Karian.
What is the literacy rate in Karian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karian is 48.18%. Male literacy is 56.30% and female literacy is 39.34%.