Karahara - Sirsaganj, Firozabad
Karahara is a village situated in the Sirsaganj tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Shikohabad. Karahara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karahara is 126087. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.19 hectares and falls under the 283135 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town.
Karahara 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 Sirsaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karahara
According to the 2011 Census, Karahara village had a total population of 3,887 people, including 2,074 males and 1,813 females, living in 636 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 83.30% and female literacy at 69.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,134.
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 | 3,887 | 2,074 | 1,813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 569 | 302 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,134 | 604 | 530 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,544 | 1,476 | 1,068 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,343 | 598 | 745 |
Nearby Villages of Karahara
Karahara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kithaut | West | 1.53 km |
| Sehnaoli | North | 1.73 km |
| Mohbullapur Kairaoli | East | 1.78 km |
| Surajpur Sothara | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Kisraon | South | 2.37 km |
| Daulatpur Baijua | North | 2.53 km |
| Mohammadpur Husenpur Baijua | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Kabirpur | West | 2.85 km |
| Sarai Lukman | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Sothara | South-East | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karahara
Karahara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Araon, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.1 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 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Karahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karahara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karahara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karahara
Where is Karahara located?
Karahara village is located in Sirsaganj Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karahara?
Karahara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karahara?
The pincode of Karahara is 283135.
What is the population of Karahara?
Karahara had a total population of 3,887, including 2,074 males and 1,813 females.
How many households are there in Karahara?
Karahara had 636 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karahara was 76.67%. Male literacy was 83.30% and female literacy was 69.08%.