Karanpur - Rajauli, Nawada
Karanpur is a village situated in the Rajauli subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajauli and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Dhamni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 258481. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 805125 pincode. Rajauli is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Karanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpur village had a total population of 496 people, including 270 males and 226 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 63.11% and female literacy at 34.22%.
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 | 496 | 270 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 142 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 128 | 162 |
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 >10 km of Karanpur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajauli to Karanpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Karanpur is about 36 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Rajauli Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanpur is Dhamni.
What is the pincode of Karanpur?
The pincode of Karanpur is 805125.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur had a total population of 496, including 270 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
Karanpur had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur was 50.00%. Male literacy was 63.11% and female literacy was 34.22%.