Karshanpura - Mandal, Ahmedabad
Karshanpura is a village situated in the Mandal taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Mandal and around 85 km from Ahmadabad. Karsanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karshanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karshanpura is 511435. The village covers a total geographical area of 758.62 hectares and falls under the 382140 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Karshanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karshanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Karshanpura village had a total population of 1,317 people, including 661 males and 656 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.11%, with male literacy at 77.89% and female literacy at 51.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136.
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 | 1,317 | 661 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 82 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 739 | 451 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 210 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Karshanpura
Karshanpura 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 Karshanpura
Public transport in the Karshanpura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Viramgam to Karshanpura is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Karshanpura is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karshanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karshanpura 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 Karshanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karshanpura 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karshanpura
Where is Karshanpura located?
Karshanpura village is located in Mandal Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karshanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karshanpura is Karsanpura.
What is the pincode of Karshanpura?
The pincode of Karshanpura is 382140.
What is the population of Karshanpura?
Karshanpura had a total population of 1,317, including 661 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Karshanpura?
Karshanpura had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karshanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karshanpura was 65.11%. Male literacy was 77.89% and female literacy was 51.80%.