Karanpura

Karanpura is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Ghesda is the gram panchayat of Karanpura village.

Here you can discover what makes Karanpura unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Karanpura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karanpura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanpura is 507569. The village spans a total geographical area of 598.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Karanpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karanpura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karanpura

According to the 2011 Census, Karanpura has a total population of about 1,057, with approximately 540 males and 517 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 71 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.67%, with male literacy at about 64.81% and female literacy near 33.85%. There are around 179 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,057 540 517
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 140 84 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 71 32 39
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10 4 6
Literate Population 525 350 175
Illiterate Population 532 190 342

Connectivity of Karanpura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanpura. As per the 2011 stats, Karanpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karanpura

Knowing the nearby villages of Karanpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanpura.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karanpura

Where is Karanpura located?
Karanpura village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanpura is Ghesda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karanpura?
The pincode of Karanpura is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karanpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanpura is 1,057, with 540 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Karanpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanpura village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanpura is 49.67%. The male literacy rate is 64.81%, while the female literacy rate is 33.85%.