Karanpur - Nathnagar, Bhagalpur
Karanpur is a village situated in the Nathnagar subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nathnagar and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Noorpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 239450. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 812004 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nathnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpur village had a total population of 321 people, including 157 males and 164 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.25%, with male literacy at 99.28% and female literacy at 97.30%.
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 | 321 | 157 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 137 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Karanpur
Karanpur 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 Karanpur
Public transport in the Karanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Karanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Karanpur 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 Karanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Nathnagar Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanpur is Noorpur.
What is the pincode of Karanpur?
The pincode of Karanpur is 812004.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur had a total population of 321, including 157 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
Karanpur had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur was 98.25%. Male literacy was 99.28% and female literacy was 97.30%.