Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Badara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) is 186955. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.73 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode.
Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karahari (Tappa Mahsin)
According to the 2011 Census, Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) village had a total population of 133 people, including 61 males and 72 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,180 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.41%, with male literacy at 69.64% and female literacy at 44.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95.
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 | 133 | 61 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 5 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 43 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 39 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 22 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Karahari (Tappa Mahsin)
Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rakua | North-West | 0.60 km |
| Ghaisara | East | 0.81 km |
| Amraina | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 0.91 km |
| Pagar | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Araji Mahuapar | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Tegari | North | 1.32 km |
| Paisa | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Badara | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Sabarupur | North | 1.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karahari (Tappa Mahsin)
Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sahjanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) is about 28 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 Karahari (Tappa Mahsin)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karahari (Tappa Mahsin)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) 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 Karahari (Tappa Mahsin)
Where is Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) located?
Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karahari (Tappa Mahsin)?
The Gram Panchayat of Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) is Badara.
What is the pincode of Karahari (Tappa Mahsin)?
The pincode of Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) is 273212.
What is the population of Karahari (Tappa Mahsin)?
Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) had a total population of 133, including 61 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Karahari (Tappa Mahsin)?
Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karahari (Tappa Mahsin)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karahari (Tappa Mahsin) was 57.41%. Male literacy was 69.64% and female literacy was 44.23%.