Karaut - Azamgarh
Karaut is a village situated in the Azamgarh tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Azamgarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Karaut village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaut is 193901. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.22 hectares and falls under the 276131 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town.
Karaut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mubarakpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaut
As per Census 2011, Karaut village has a total population of 2,011 people, consisting of 1,015 males and 996 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,224 literate and 787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 806 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karaut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,011 | 1,015 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 194 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 806 | 411 | 395 |
| Literate Population | 1,224 | 706 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 309 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Karaut
Karaut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Netapur | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Shahpur | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Laximanpur | East | 1.33 km |
| Kutubpur | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Godsar | North | 1.82 km |
| Barahi | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Mahabalpur | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Mustafabad | North | 2.62 km |
| Nijampur | East | 2.62 km |
| Jogapur | South | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karaut
Karaut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sathiaon, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Azamgarh to Karaut is about 19 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 Karaut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaut 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karaut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaut 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 Karaut
Where is Karaut located?
Karaut village is located in Azamgarh Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaut?
Karaut is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karaut?
The pincode of Karaut is 276131.
What is the population of Karaut?
Karaut has a total population of 2,011, including 1,015 males and 996 females.
How many households are there in Karaut?
There are 297 households in Karaut.
What is the literacy rate in Karaut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaut is 60.87%. Male literacy is 69.56% and female literacy is 52.01%.