Karahara - Kiraoli, Agra
Karahara is a village situated in the Kiraoli tehsil of Agra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kiraoli and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Agra. Karahara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karahara is 124849. The village covers a total geographical area of 773.77 hectares and falls under the 283105 pincode. Agra is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Karahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur sikari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Sikri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karahara
According to the 2011 Census, Karahara village had a total population of 4,574 people, including 2,428 males and 2,146 females, living in 709 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.51%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 61.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 920, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,574 | 2,428 | 2,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 637 | 340 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 920 | 485 | 435 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,973 | 1,830 | 1,143 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,601 | 598 | 1,003 |
Nearby Villages of Karahara
Karahara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basaia Raimol | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Nagla Sikarwar | East | 2.12 km |
| Jitora | East | 2.58 km |
| Nahchani | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Sagunapur | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Akhbai | South | 2.73 km |
| Basaiya Bobla | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Ujarai | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Davli | North | 3.17 km |
| Rithaura | South-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karahara
Karahara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mirhakur, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Agra to Karahara is about 25 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 Karahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karahara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karahara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karahara
Where is Karahara located?
Karahara village is located in Kiraoli Tehsil, Agra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karahara?
Karahara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karahara?
The pincode of Karahara is 283105.
What is the population of Karahara?
Karahara had a total population of 4,574, including 2,428 males and 2,146 females.
How many households are there in Karahara?
Karahara had 709 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karahara was 75.51%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 61.82%.