Karanpur - Danta, Banas Kantha
Karanpur is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Motasada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 507901. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.39 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 32 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 Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpur village had a total population of 334 people, including 167 males and 167 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.89%, with male literacy at 84.35% and female literacy at 49.32%.
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 | 334 | 167 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 124 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 43 | 95 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Karanpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of 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 | 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanpur is Motasada.
What is the pincode of Karanpur?
The pincode of Karanpur is 385120.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur had a total population of 334, including 167 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
Karanpur had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur was 66.89%. Male literacy was 84.35% and female literacy was 49.32%.