Karsanpura - Ogad, Banas Kantha
Karsanpura is a village situated in the Ogad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Shihori and around 92 km from Palanpur. Anandpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karsanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karsanpura is 508578. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.92 hectares and falls under the 385560 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karsanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karsanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Karsanpura village had a total population of 161 people, including 87 males and 74 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.94%, with male literacy at 70.67% and female literacy at 31.15%.
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 | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 53 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 34 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Karsanpura
Karsanpura 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 Karsanpura
Public transport in the Karsanpura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Karsanpura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Karsanpura is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karsanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karsanpura 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 Karsanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karsanpura 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 Karsanpura
Where is Karsanpura located?
Karsanpura village is located in Ogad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karsanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karsanpura is Anandpura.
What is the pincode of Karsanpura?
The pincode of Karsanpura is 385560.
What is the population of Karsanpura?
Karsanpura had a total population of 161, including 87 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Karsanpura?
Karsanpura had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karsanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karsanpura was 52.94%. Male literacy was 70.67% and female literacy was 31.15%.