Karaura - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Karaura is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Karaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaura is 201103. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.23 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Machhlishahr is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Karaura 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 Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaura
According to the 2011 Census, Karaura village had a total population of 710 people, including 350 males and 360 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 87.01% and female literacy at 63.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 710 | 350 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 268 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 82 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Karaura
Karaura 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 Karaura
Karaura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Machhlishahr to Karaura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Karaura is about 36 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 Karaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaura 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 Karaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaura 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 Karaura
Where is Karaura located?
Karaura village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karaura?
Karaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karaura?
The pincode of Karaura is 222143.
What is the population of Karaura?
Karaura had a total population of 710, including 350 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Karaura?
Karaura had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaura was 75.00%. Male literacy was 87.01% and female literacy was 63.29%.