Karaundi - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Karaundi is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Karaunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaundi is 133789. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.18 hectares and falls under the 242301 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Karaundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaundi
According to the 2011 Census, Karaundi village had a total population of 494 people, including 267 males and 227 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.27%, with male literacy at 77.03% and female literacy at 60.11%.
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 | 494 | 267 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 171 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 96 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Karaundi
Karaundi 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 Karaundi
Karaundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karaundi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Shahjahanpur to Karaundi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Karaundi is about 32 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 Karaundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaundi 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 Karaundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaundi 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 Karaundi
Where is Karaundi located?
Karaundi village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaundi is Karaunda.
What is the pincode of Karaundi?
The pincode of Karaundi is 242301.
What is the population of Karaundi?
Karaundi had a total population of 494, including 267 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Karaundi?
Karaundi had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaundi was 69.27%. Male literacy was 77.03% and female literacy was 60.11%.