Karimpur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Karimpur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Karimpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karimpur is 197948. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.15 hectares and falls under the 221711 pincode. Belthra Road is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Karimpur 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 Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karimpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karimpur village had a total population of 1,862 people, including 940 males and 922 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.24%, with male literacy at 82.85% and female literacy at 61.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
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 | 1,862 | 940 | 922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 147 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 81 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,150 | 657 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 283 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Karimpur
Karimpur 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 Mehar Ali Urf Maurha | North | 1.19 km |
| Bihraharpur | West | 1.49 km |
| Titloukia Urf Kishor Ganj | West | 1.57 km |
| Mahendua | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Nara Vanpur | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Dewakali | East | 1.84 km |
| Karsi | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Sariyion Manobir | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Turki Daulatpur | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Indouli Malkouli | South | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karimpur
Karimpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belthara Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Belthra Road to Karimpur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Karimpur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karimpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karimpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karimpur
Where is Karimpur located?
Karimpur village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karimpur?
Karimpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karimpur?
The pincode of Karimpur is 221711.
What is the population of Karimpur?
Karimpur had a total population of 1,862, including 940 males and 922 females.
How many households are there in Karimpur?
Karimpur had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karimpur was 72.24%. Male literacy was 82.85% and female literacy was 61.70%.