Karsaut - Daraundha, Siwan
Karsaut is a village situated in the Daraundha subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daraundha and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Karsaut village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karsaut is 232716. The village covers a total geographical area of 712 hectares and falls under the 841226 pincode. Maharajganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Karsaut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karsaut
According to the 2011 Census, Karsaut village had a total population of 8,136 people, including 4,010 males and 4,126 females, living in 1,287 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.61%, with male literacy at 79.07% and female literacy at 55.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,088, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 334.
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 | 8,136 | 4,010 | 4,126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,442 | 794 | 648 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,088 | 544 | 544 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 334 | 164 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 4,459 | 2,543 | 1,916 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,677 | 1,467 | 2,210 |
Nearby Villages of Karsaut
Karsaut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpur | East | 1.58 km |
| Gohpur | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Pakwaliya | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Bajrahia | North | 2.00 km |
| Pasiwarh | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Pirarthu Khurd | West | 2.12 km |
| Teotha | East | 2.22 km |
| Siwan Bigrah | South | 2.33 km |
| Pawat | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Misraulia | North | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karsaut
Karsaut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Duraundha Jn, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maharajganj to Karsaut is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Karsaut is about 14 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 Karsaut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karsaut 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karsaut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karsaut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karsaut
Where is Karsaut located?
Karsaut village is located in Daraundha Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karsaut?
Karsaut is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karsaut?
The pincode of Karsaut is 841226.
What is the population of Karsaut?
Karsaut had a total population of 8,136, including 4,010 males and 4,126 females.
How many households are there in Karsaut?
Karsaut had 1,287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karsaut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karsaut was 66.61%. Male literacy was 79.07% and female literacy was 55.09%.