Karmahwa Buzurg - Pharenda, Mahrajganj
Karmahwa Buzurg is a village situated in the Pharenda tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pharenda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Karmahawa Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmahwa Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmahwa Buzurg is 184303. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.5 hectares and falls under the 273161 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karmahwa Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karmahwa Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Karmahwa Buzurg village has a total population of 2,410 people, consisting of 1,272 males and 1,138 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,319 literate and 1,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karmahwa Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,410 | 1,272 | 1,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 223 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 281 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 836 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 436 | 655 |
Nearby Villages of Karmahwa Buzurg
Karmahwa Buzurg 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darzi Chak | North | 0.89 km |
| Kaithwalia Sarvjeet | South | 1.16 km |
| Bargadva Bishunpur | North | 1.65 km |
| Samardhira | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Semra Mahraja | South | 1.89 km |
| Siswania Buzurg | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Soharwalia Kala | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Mahuawa Sarvjeet | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Shahpur Jungle | East | 2.16 km |
| Soharwalia Khurd | West | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karmahwa Buzurg
Karmahwa Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Purandarpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahrajganj to Karmahwa Buzurg is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahrajganj to Karmahwa Buzurg is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmahwa Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmahwa Buzurg 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 Karmahwa Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmahwa Buzurg 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karmahwa Buzurg
Where is Karmahwa Buzurg located?
Karmahwa Buzurg village is located in Pharenda Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmahwa Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmahwa Buzurg is Karmahawa Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Karmahwa Buzurg?
The pincode of Karmahwa Buzurg is 273161.
What is the population of Karmahwa Buzurg?
Karmahwa Buzurg has a total population of 2,410, including 1,272 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Karmahwa Buzurg?
There are 388 households in Karmahwa Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Karmahwa Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmahwa Buzurg is 54.73%. Male literacy is 65.72% and female literacy is 42.44%.