Karai - Kadipur, Sultanpur
Karai is a village situated in the Kadipur tehsil of Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadipur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Sultanpur. Karayi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karai is 171187. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.77 hectares and falls under the 228172 pincode. Dostpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Karai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kadipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sultanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karai
As per Census 2011, Karai village has a total population of 1,399 people, consisting of 717 males and 682 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 873 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 560 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,399 | 717 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 296 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 873 | 527 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 190 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Karai
Karai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghurahoopur | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Bairagal | North | 1.12 km |
| Sajampur | South | 1.51 km |
| Baramadpur | East | 1.72 km |
| Raypur | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Barooli Asanundpur | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Ramnagar | West | 2.21 km |
| Kotiya | East | 2.36 km |
| Tikmalpur | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Rukunpur | North-East | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karai
Public transport in the Karai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tulsi Nagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.6 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dostpur to Karai is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sultanpur to Karai is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karai
Where is Karai located?
Karai village is located in Kadipur Tehsil, Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karai is Karayi.
What is the pincode of Karai?
The pincode of Karai is 228172.
What is the population of Karai?
Karai has a total population of 1,399, including 717 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Karai?
There are 196 households in Karai.
What is the literacy rate in Karai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karai is 62.40%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 50.73%.