Karnehuan - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Karnehuan is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Karnehuan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnehuan is 195849. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.02 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Meh Nagar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Karnehuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karnehuan
As per Census 2011, Karnehuan village has a total population of 2,789 people, consisting of 1,363 males and 1,426 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 478 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,592 literate and 1,197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 767 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karnehuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,789 | 1,363 | 1,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 257 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 767 | 365 | 402 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,592 | 882 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,197 | 481 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Karnehuan
Karnehuan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ativalpatti | East | 0.85 km |
| Khewasipur | West | 1.87 km |
| Dewaria | North | 1.92 km |
| Bhikhampur | South | 1.98 km |
| Kusmulia | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Khajura | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Rajdharpur | North | 2.44 km |
| Jamaki | East | 2.55 km |
| Gahuni | North-West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karnehuan
Karnehuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarai Rani, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Meh Nagar to Karnehuan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Karnehuan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnehuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnehuan 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 Karnehuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnehuan 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 Karnehuan
Where is Karnehuan located?
Karnehuan village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karnehuan?
Karnehuan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karnehuan?
The pincode of Karnehuan is 276204.
What is the population of Karnehuan?
Karnehuan has a total population of 2,789, including 1,363 males and 1,426 females.
How many households are there in Karnehuan?
There are 406 households in Karnehuan.
What is the literacy rate in Karnehuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnehuan is 57.08%. Male literacy is 64.71% and female literacy is 49.79%.