Karma - Bhanpur, Basti
Karma is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Janta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karma is 178712. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.8 hectares and falls under the 272190 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karma
According to the 2011 Census, Karma village had a total population of 494 people, including 261 males and 233 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.81%, with male literacy at 67.44% and female literacy at 41.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 494 | 261 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 145 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 116 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Karma
Karma is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karma
Karma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Karma is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Karma is about 35 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 Karma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karma
Where is Karma located?
Karma village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karma?
The Gram Panchayat of Karma is Janta.
What is the pincode of Karma?
The pincode of Karma is 272190.
What is the population of Karma?
Karma had a total population of 494, including 261 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Karma?
Karma had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karma was 54.81%. Male literacy was 67.44% and female literacy was 41.29%.