Karaundi - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Karaundi is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Gaura Karaundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaundi is 164092. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.88 hectares and falls under the 225305 pincode. Barabanki is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karaundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaundi
According to the 2011 Census, Karaundi village had a total population of 2,791 people, including 1,434 males and 1,357 females, living in 512 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.16%, with male literacy at 75.53% and female literacy at 58.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 987.
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 | 2,791 | 1,434 | 1,357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 249 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 987 | 507 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,536 | 895 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,255 | 539 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Karaundi
Karaundi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundera | North | 1.56 km |
| Haiderganj | South | 1.58 km |
| Munderi | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Jafarpur | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Riwan | East | 1.92 km |
| Tarawa | West | 2.04 km |
| Bhatpurwa | North | 2.38 km |
| Agauli | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Sarsawa | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Chakmirpur | South-West | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karaundi
Karaundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tahsil Fatehpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barabanki to Karaundi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaundi 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 Karaundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karaundi
Where is Karaundi located?
Karaundi village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaundi is Gaura Karaundi.
What is the pincode of Karaundi?
The pincode of Karaundi is 225305.
What is the population of Karaundi?
Karaundi had a total population of 2,791, including 1,434 males and 1,357 females.
How many households are there in Karaundi?
Karaundi had 512 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaundi was 67.16%. Male literacy was 75.53% and female literacy was 58.17%.