Karampur - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Karampur is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Karampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karampur is 204279. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.47 hectares and falls under the 233221 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karampur
As per Census 2011, Karampur village has a total population of 2,631 people, consisting of 1,308 males and 1,323 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,555 literate and 1,076 illiterate residents. Additionally, 525 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,631 | 1,308 | 1,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 210 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 525 | 255 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 1,555 | 892 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,076 | 416 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Karampur
Karampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gotholi | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Adlpur | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Nasiruddeenpur | North | 1.17 km |
| Badala | South | 1.27 km |
| Togapur | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Rasulpur Lohsad | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Usakipur | South | 1.78 km |
| Bhabhora | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Sahamalpur | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Shedhra | East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karampur
Karampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Aunrihar Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ghazipur to Karampur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Karampur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karampur 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 Karampur
Where is Karampur located?
Karampur village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karampur?
Karampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karampur?
The pincode of Karampur is 233221.
What is the population of Karampur?
Karampur has a total population of 2,631, including 1,308 males and 1,323 females.
How many households are there in Karampur?
There are 398 households in Karampur.
What is the literacy rate in Karampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karampur is 59.10%. Male literacy is 68.20% and female literacy is 50.11%.