Karahi - Singhia, Samastipur
Karahi is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Bishunpur Diha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karahi is 237234. The village covers a total geographical area of 464 hectares and falls under the 848209 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Karahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hasanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khagaria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karahi
As per Census 2011, Karahi village has a total population of 5,861 people, consisting of 3,076 males and 2,785 females. The village has 1,088 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,095 literate and 3,766 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,825 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,861 | 3,076 | 2,785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,319 | 665 | 654 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,825 | 959 | 866 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,095 | 1,417 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,766 | 1,659 | 2,107 |
Nearby Villages of Karahi
Karahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhirar | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Arazi Maguraha | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Parhat | East | 1.69 km |
| Kankri | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Bishunpur Diha | North | 1.74 km |
| Arrahi | South | 2.08 km |
| Salepur | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Son Mani | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Lagma | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Mamurpur | South | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karahi
Karahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baraipura Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Karahi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Karahi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karahi
Where is Karahi located?
Karahi village is located in Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karahi is Bishunpur Diha.
What is the pincode of Karahi?
The pincode of Karahi is 848209.
What is the population of Karahi?
Karahi has a total population of 5,861, including 3,076 males and 2,785 females.
How many households are there in Karahi?
There are 1,088 households in Karahi.
What is the literacy rate in Karahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karahi is 35.74%. Male literacy is 46.07% and female literacy is 24.34%.