Karom - Darauli, Siwan
Karom is a village situated in the Darauli subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darauli and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Karom village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karom is 232353. The village covers a total geographical area of 328 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karom
As per Census 2011, Karom village has a total population of 2,366 people, consisting of 1,235 males and 1,131 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,501 literate and 865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,366 | 1,235 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 154 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 145 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,501 | 901 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 334 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Karom
Karom 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bangra | West | 1.09 km |
| Sham Bodi | North | 1.28 km |
| Bauna | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Tariwani | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Oini | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Majhaulia | North | 1.72 km |
| Sahjaniya | East | 1.76 km |
| Netwar | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Khap Pataua | North | 1.85 km |
| Gareria | North-West | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karom
Public transport in the Karom is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mairwa to Karom is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Karom is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karom village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karom village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karom
Where is Karom located?
Karom village is located in Darauli Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karom?
Karom is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karom?
The pincode of Karom is 841239.
What is the population of Karom?
Karom has a total population of 2,366, including 1,235 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Karom?
There are 346 households in Karom.
What is the literacy rate in Karom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karom is 63.44%. Male literacy is 72.96% and female literacy is 53.05%.