Karana

Karana is a village located in Lalpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Lalpur (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Karana village is also a gram panchayat.

Karana has its own place in the vibrant Jamnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karana is 513906. The village spans a total geographical area of 1536.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361210. Jamnagar is nearest town to Karana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karana 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 Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar 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 Karana

Below is a concise population overview of Karana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,064 518 546
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 114 72 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 146 75 71
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 44 21 23
Literate Population 631 341 290
Illiterate Population 433 177 256

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karana village:

  • The total population of Karana village is around 1,064, including approximately 518 males and 546 females, with a sex ratio of 1054 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Karana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karana village has 146 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 44 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karana village is about 59.30%, with male literacy at 65.83% and female literacy at 53.11%.
  • There are around 255 households in Karana village.

Connectivity of Karana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karana. As per the 2011 stats, Karana 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karana

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Karana

Where is Karana located?
Karana village is situated in Lalpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karana?
Karana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karana?
The pincode of Karana is 361210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karana is 1,064, with 518 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Karana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karana village has a total of 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karana is 59.30%. The male literacy rate is 65.83%, while the female literacy rate is 53.11%.