Karana - Lalpur, Jamnagar
Karana is a village situated in the Lalpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalpur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Karana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karana is 513906. The village covers a total geographical area of 1536.87 hectares and falls under the 361012 pincode. Jamnagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karana
According to the 2011 Census, Karana village had a total population of 1,064 people, including 518 males and 546 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.42%, with male literacy at 76.46% and female literacy at 57.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 1,064 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Karana
Karana 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 Karana
Public transport in the Karana 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 Jamnagar to Karana is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karana
Where is Karana located?
Karana village is located in Lalpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karana?
Karana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karana?
The pincode of Karana is 361012.
What is the population of Karana?
Karana had a total population of 1,064, including 518 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Karana?
Karana had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karana was 66.42%. Male literacy was 76.46% and female literacy was 57.54%.