Karjahar Village - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Karjahar is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Bakainia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karjahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karjahar is 177437. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.24 hectares and falls under the 272152 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Karjahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karjahar
As per Census 2011, Karjahar village has a total population of 790 people, consisting of 421 males and 369 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karjahar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 790 | 421 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 20 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 307 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 114 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Karjahar
Karjahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belwa Lagunhi | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Bakainia | West | 1.01 km |
| Batwaria | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Pagar | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Sahukhria | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Chhapwa | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Bisri | South | 1.77 km |
| Gajpurwa | North | 1.84 km |
| Manjharia | East | 1.88 km |
| Mahuwa | North-West | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karjahar
Karjahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uska Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Karjahar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Karjahar is about 33 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 Karjahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karjahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karjahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karjahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karjahar
Where is Karjahar located?
Karjahar village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karjahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Karjahar is Bakainia.
What is the pincode of Karjahar?
The pincode of Karjahar is 272152.
What is the population of Karjahar?
Karjahar has a total population of 790, including 421 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Karjahar?
There are 94 households in Karjahar.
What is the literacy rate in Karjahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karjahar is 61.90%. Male literacy is 72.92% and female literacy is 49.32%.