Karaundia - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Karaundia is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Belwania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaundia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaundia is 213224. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.91 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Karaundia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Karaundia
According to the 2011 Census, Karaundia village had a total population of 74 people, including 34 males and 40 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,176 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.67%, with male literacy at 68.97% and female literacy at 45.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 14 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Karaundia
Karaundia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | East | 0.88 km |
| Barauli | South | 0.91 km |
| Belwania | North | 1.10 km |
| Bandha | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Panti | East | 1.80 km |
| Gurwal | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Dhanawal | North | 2.31 km |
| Dubkhili | North | 2.41 km |
| Sotil | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Dhura Kund | West | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karaundia
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Karaundia. The nearest railway station is Khairahi, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 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 Sonbhadra to Karaundia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaundia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaundia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karaundia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaundia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karaundia
Where is Karaundia located?
Karaundia village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karaundia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaundia is Belwania.
What is the pincode of Karaundia?
The pincode of Karaundia is 231210.
What is the population of Karaundia?
Karaundia had a total population of 74, including 34 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Karaundia?
Karaundia had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaundia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaundia was 56.67%. Male literacy was 68.97% and female literacy was 45.16%.