Karmaul - Darauli, Siwan
Karmaul is a village situated in the Darauli subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darauli and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Tiyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmaul is 232366. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 841234 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Karmaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karmaul
According to the 2011 Census, Karmaul village had a total population of 643 people, including 329 males and 314 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.48%, with male literacy at 81.62% and female literacy at 56.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 643 | 329 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 222 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 107 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Karmaul
Karmaul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indrak Chak | North-West | 0.80 km |
| Rampurudho | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Khardara | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Khartari Urf Hariram Chak | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Pihuli | West | 1.69 km |
| Babhnauli | South | 1.76 km |
| Manpur Pateji | East | 1.81 km |
| Fazilpur | North | 2.00 km |
| Siuri | East | 2.16 km |
| Dehunra | South-East | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karmaul
Public transport in the Karmaul is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jiradei, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Karmaul is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Karmaul is about 30 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 Karmaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karmaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karmaul
Where is Karmaul located?
Karmaul village is located in Darauli Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karmaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmaul is Tiyar.
What is the pincode of Karmaul?
The pincode of Karmaul is 841234.
What is the population of Karmaul?
Karmaul had a total population of 643, including 329 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Karmaul?
Karmaul had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmaul was 69.48%. Male literacy was 81.62% and female literacy was 56.87%.