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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Karaura village has a total population of 710 people, consisting of 350 males and 360 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 710 | 350 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 710, including 350 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Karaura?
There are 110 households in Karaura.
What is the literacy rate in Karaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaura is 65.92%. Male literacy is 76.57% and female literacy is 55.56%.