Karliana - Chhatapur, Supaul
Karliana is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Laxamipur Khuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karliana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karliana is 221075. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 852137 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Karliana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karliana
According to the 2011 Census, Karliana village had a total population of 2,125 people, including 1,112 males and 1,013 females, living in 431 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.01%, with male literacy at 86.35% and female literacy at 66.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 380.
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 | 2,125 | 1,112 | 1,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 174 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 199 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,353 | 810 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 302 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Karliana
Karliana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karliana
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Karliana. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karliana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Forbesganj to Karliana is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Karliana is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karliana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karliana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karliana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karliana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karliana
Where is Karliana located?
Karliana village is located in Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karliana?
The Gram Panchayat of Karliana is Laxamipur Khuti.
What is the pincode of Karliana?
The pincode of Karliana is 852137.
What is the population of Karliana?
Karliana had a total population of 2,125, including 1,112 males and 1,013 females.
How many households are there in Karliana?
Karliana had 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karliana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karliana was 77.01%. Male literacy was 86.35% and female literacy was 66.30%.