Karni - Belthara Road, Ballia
Karni is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Karni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karni is 197946. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.03 hectares and falls under the 221718 pincode. Belthra Road is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Karni
As per Census 2011, Karni village has a total population of 2,601 people, consisting of 1,363 males and 1,238 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,635 literate and 966 illiterate residents. Additionally, 870 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,601 | 1,363 | 1,238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 168 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 870 | 468 | 402 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,635 | 990 | 645 |
| Illiterate Population | 966 | 373 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Karni
Karni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahendua | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Dholpur | West | 1.20 km |
| Jamin Tendua | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Purusotampur | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Titloukia Urf Kishor Ganj | South | 1.46 km |
| Chak Mehar Ali Urf Maurha | East | 1.96 km |
| Chandadih | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Bihraharpur | South | 2.05 km |
| Ruppur Deokali | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Molnapur | West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karni
Karni 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 72.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Karni is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Karni is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karni 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karni
Where is Karni located?
Karni village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karni?
Karni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karni?
The pincode of Karni is 221718.
What is the population of Karni?
Karni has a total population of 2,601, including 1,363 males and 1,238 females.
How many households are there in Karni?
There are 388 households in Karni.
What is the literacy rate in Karni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karni is 62.86%. Male literacy is 72.63% and female literacy is 52.10%.