Karanpur - Unjha, Mahesana
Karanpur is a village situated in the Unjha taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Unjha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Karanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 509268. The village covers a total geographical area of 847.97 hectares and falls under the 384170 pincode. Unjha is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Unjha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpur village had a total population of 1,182 people, including 612 males and 570 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.50%, with male literacy at 92.06% and female literacy at 80.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 1,182 | 612 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 522 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 90 | 144 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Unjha to Karanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Karanpur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Unjha Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanpur?
Karanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanpur?
The pincode of Karanpur is 384170.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur had a total population of 1,182, including 612 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
Karanpur had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur was 86.50%. Male literacy was 92.06% and female literacy was 80.53%.