Karauti - Biharpur, Surajpur
Karauti is a village situated in the Biharpur tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 103 km from Oudgi and around 150 km from Ambikapur. Karauti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karauti is 432646. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 497231 pincode. Wadrafnagar is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Karauti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karauti
According to the 2011 Census, Karauti village had a total population of 500 people, including 250 males and 250 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.47%, with male literacy at 71.00% and female literacy at 39.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 475.
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 | 500 | 250 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 50 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 241 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 142 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 108 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Karauti
Karauti 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 Karauti
Karauti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wadrafnagar to Karauti is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Karauti is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karauti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karauti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karauti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karauti 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 Karauti
Where is Karauti located?
Karauti village is located in Biharpur Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karauti?
Karauti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karauti?
The pincode of Karauti is 497231.
What is the population of Karauti?
Karauti had a total population of 500, including 250 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Karauti?
Karauti had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karauti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karauti was 55.47%. Male literacy was 71.00% and female literacy was 39.38%.