Karuwa - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Karuwa is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Karuwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karuwa is 163880. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.08 hectares and falls under the 225302 pincode. Lucknow is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karuwa 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 Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Karuwa village had a total population of 1,809 people, including 951 males and 858 females, living in 359 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.55%, with male literacy at 82.10% and female literacy at 61.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 589.
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 | 1,809 | 951 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 152 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 589 | 300 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 656 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 295 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Karuwa
Karuwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salemabad | East | 1.37 km |
| Mohalia | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Lalpur | West | 1.62 km |
| Kunaura | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Shahpur Najol | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Akhaipur | East | 2.41 km |
| Zindpur | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Patti | West | 2.54 km |
| Mahanpur | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Dhaurahra | North | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karuwa
Public transport in the Karuwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ataria, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.4 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lucknow to Karuwa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Karuwa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karuwa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karuwa
Where is Karuwa located?
Karuwa village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karuwa?
Karuwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karuwa?
The pincode of Karuwa is 225302.
What is the population of Karuwa?
Karuwa had a total population of 1,809, including 951 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Karuwa?
Karuwa had 359 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karuwa was 72.55%. Male literacy was 82.10% and female literacy was 61.78%.