Karimchak - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Karimchak is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Lawania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karimchak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karimchak is 189583. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.74 hectares and falls under the 274407 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Karimchak 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 Tamkuhi raj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karimchak
According to the 2011 Census, Karimchak village had a total population of 69 people, including 35 males and 34 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.54%, with male literacy at 56.67% and female literacy at 48.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 18 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Karimchak
Karimchak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naugawan | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Koyar Patti | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Lawania | West | 1.10 km |
| Bharapatia | South | 1.27 km |
| Majhaua | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Tamakuhi Raj | East | 2.02 km |
| Bhatawalia | East | 2.09 km |
| Pandeypur Urf Basantpur | North | 2.09 km |
| Padari Tilakrai | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Dhuria Kot | North-East | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karimchak
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Karimchak. The nearest railway station is Tamkuhi Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kushinagar to Karimchak is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Karimchak is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karimchak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karimchak 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karimchak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karimchak 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 Karimchak
Where is Karimchak located?
Karimchak village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karimchak?
The Gram Panchayat of Karimchak is Lawania.
What is the pincode of Karimchak?
The pincode of Karimchak is 274407.
What is the population of Karimchak?
Karimchak had a total population of 69, including 35 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Karimchak?
Karimchak had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karimchak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karimchak was 52.54%. Male literacy was 56.67% and female literacy was 48.28%.