Karhachak - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Karhachak is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Mehdiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karhachak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karhachak is 186557. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.07 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karhachak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Karhachak
According to the 2011 Census, Karhachak village had a total population of 909 people, including 472 males and 437 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.45%, with male literacy at 81.86% and female literacy at 68.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 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 | 909 | 472 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 90 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 334 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 138 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Karhachak
Karhachak 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 Karhachak
Karhachak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Karhachak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Karhachak is about 40 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 Karhachak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karhachak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karhachak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karhachak 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karhachak
Where is Karhachak located?
Karhachak village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karhachak?
The Gram Panchayat of Karhachak is Mehdiya.
What is the pincode of Karhachak?
The pincode of Karhachak is 273016.
What is the population of Karhachak?
Karhachak had a total population of 909, including 472 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Karhachak?
Karhachak had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karhachak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karhachak was 75.45%. Male literacy was 81.86% and female literacy was 68.52%.