Karanpur - Mardapal, Kondagaon
Karanpur is a village situated in the Mardapal tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Kondagaon and around 70 km from Jagdalpur. Karanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 448781. The village covers a total geographical area of 549.38 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Kondagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpur village had a total population of 1,249 people, including 602 males and 647 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.68%, with male literacy at 64.24% and female literacy at 43.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 744.
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 | 1,249 | 602 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 107 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 744 | 372 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 318 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 284 | 418 |
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
Karanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Karanpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Karanpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Mardapal Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanpur?
Karanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanpur?
The pincode of Karanpur is 494226.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur had a total population of 1,249, including 602 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
Karanpur had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur was 53.68%. Male literacy was 64.24% and female literacy was 43.70%.