Karanpura - Shahpur, Bhojpur
Karanpura is a village situated in the Shahpur subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Khutha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpura is 246582. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 802112 pincode. Shahpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpura village had a total population of 214 people, including 116 males and 98 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.13%, with male literacy at 80.20% and female literacy at 53.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 214 | 116 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 98 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 81 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 35 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Karanpura
Karanpura 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 Karanpura
Public transport in the Karanpura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpur to Karanpura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Karanpura is about 38 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 Karanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanpura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanpura
Where is Karanpura located?
Karanpura village is located in Shahpur Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanpura is Khutha.
What is the pincode of Karanpura?
The pincode of Karanpura is 802112.
What is the population of Karanpura?
Karanpura had a total population of 214, including 116 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Karanpura?
Karanpura had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpura was 68.13%. Male literacy was 80.20% and female literacy was 53.09%.