Karuawal Khurd - Naugarh, Siddharthnagar
Karuawal Khurd is a village situated in the Naugarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugarh and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Dharnihwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karuawal Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karuawal Khurd is 176691. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.84 hectares and falls under the 272206 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karuawal Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapilvastu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karuawal Khurd
As per Census 2011, Karuawal Khurd village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 134 males and 138 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karuawal Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 134 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 72 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 70 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Karuawal Khurd
Karuawal Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karuawal Kala | South-West | 0.83 km |
| Pokhar Bhitawa | South | 0.91 km |
| Neetawar | North | 1.08 km |
| Baniya Dih | East | 1.16 km |
| Kolhua | West | 1.20 km |
| Semarahana | West | 1.67 km |
| Barawa | South | 1.70 km |
| Karmaha | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Dhan Dhara | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Akadangawa | North | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karuawal Khurd
Karuawal Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bridgemanganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Karuawal Khurd is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karuawal Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karuawal Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karuawal Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karuawal Khurd 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karuawal Khurd
Where is Karuawal Khurd located?
Karuawal Khurd village is located in Naugarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karuawal Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Karuawal Khurd is Dharnihwa.
What is the pincode of Karuawal Khurd?
The pincode of Karuawal Khurd is 272206.
What is the population of Karuawal Khurd?
Karuawal Khurd has a total population of 272, including 134 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Karuawal Khurd?
There are 38 households in Karuawal Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Karuawal Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karuawal Khurd is 43.38%. Male literacy is 47.76% and female literacy is 39.13%.