Karanpur
Karanpur is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Karnpur is the gram panchayat of Karanpur village.
Karanpur has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanpur is 225086. The village spans a total geographical area of 242 hectares. Raiganj (wb) is nearest town to Karanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Karanpur
Population of Karanpur
Below is a concise population overview of Karanpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,972 | 1,018 | 954 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 182 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 516 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 502 | 649 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanpur village:
- The total population of Karanpur village is around 1,972, including approximately 1,018 males and 954 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 356 children aged 0–6 years in Karanpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karanpur village has 147 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 106 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karanpur village is about 41.63%, with male literacy at 50.69% and female literacy at 31.97%.
- There are around 411 households in Karanpur village.
Connectivity of Karanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Karanpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanpur
- Where is Karanpur located?
- Karanpur village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karanpur is Karnpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Karanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanpur is 1,972, with 1,018 males and 954 females.
- How many households are there in Karanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanpur village has a total of 411 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanpur is 41.63%. The male literacy rate is 50.69%, while the female literacy rate is 31.97%.