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
According to the 2011 Census, Karmahwa Buzurg village had a total population of 2,410 people, including 1,272 males and 1,138 females, living in 388 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.49%, with male literacy at 79.69% and female literacy at 50.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 531, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 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 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,410, including 1,272 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Karmahwa Buzurg?
Karmahwa Buzurg had 388 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmahwa Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmahwa Buzurg was 65.49%. Male literacy was 79.69% and female literacy was 50.05%.