Karautahan Village - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Karautahan is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Dumduma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karautahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karautahan is 200161. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.8 hectares and falls under the 223102 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karautahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karautahan
As per Census 2011, Karautahan village has a total population of 420 people, consisting of 221 males and 199 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karautahan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | 221 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 143 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 78 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Karautahan
Karautahan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basauli | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Shahmau | North | 0.91 km |
| Bhela | West | 1.09 km |
| Kotila | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Udharanpur | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Jamalapur | East | 1.38 km |
| Keshopur | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Surjanpur | South | 1.86 km |
| Samodhpur | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Pooramohini Mishra | South-East | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karautahan
Karautahan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nima Gopalpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahganj to Karautahan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Karautahan is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karautahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karautahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karautahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karautahan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karautahan
Where is Karautahan located?
Karautahan village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karautahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karautahan is Dumduma.
What is the pincode of Karautahan?
The pincode of Karautahan is 223102.
What is the population of Karautahan?
Karautahan has a total population of 420, including 221 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Karautahan?
There are 47 households in Karautahan.
What is the literacy rate in Karautahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karautahan is 55.71%. Male literacy is 64.71% and female literacy is 45.73%.