Karpalia - Goriakothi, Siwan
Karpalia is a village situated in the Goriakothi subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goriakothi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Saidpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karpalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karpalia is 231580. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 841434 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karpalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karpalia
According to the 2011 Census, Karpalia village had a total population of 3,419 people, including 1,749 males and 1,670 females, living in 599 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.97%, with male literacy at 83.03% and female literacy at 60.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 336.
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 | 3,419 | 1,749 | 1,670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 547 | 282 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 168 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,067 | 1,218 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,352 | 531 | 821 |
Nearby Villages of Karpalia
Karpalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khagni | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Bahopur | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Heyatpur | West | 1.37 km |
| Lilaru Aurangabad | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Barari | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Saidpura | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Pahlejpur | South | 2.27 km |
| Basantpur | West | 2.66 km |
| Mustafabad | East | 2.75 km |
| Sarari | North | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karpalia
Karpalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pachrukhi, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.3 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 Siwan to Karpalia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karpalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karpalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karpalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karpalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karpalia
Where is Karpalia located?
Karpalia village is located in Goriakothi Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karpalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karpalia is Saidpura.
What is the pincode of Karpalia?
The pincode of Karpalia is 841434.
What is the population of Karpalia?
Karpalia had a total population of 3,419, including 1,749 males and 1,670 females.
How many households are there in Karpalia?
Karpalia had 599 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karpalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpalia was 71.97%. Male literacy was 83.03% and female literacy was 60.43%.