Karanpur - Balasinor, Mahisagar
Karanpur is a village situated in the Balasinor taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Balasinor and around 80 km from Nadiad. Karanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 517353. The village covers a total geographical area of 907.86 hectares and falls under the 388255 pincode. Balasinor is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Balasinor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpur
As per Census 2011, Karanpur village has a total population of 2,454 people, consisting of 1,258 males and 1,196 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,514 literate and 940 illiterate residents. Additionally, 517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 588 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,454 | 1,258 | 1,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 199 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 268 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 285 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 1,514 | 928 | 586 |
| Illiterate Population | 940 | 330 | 610 |
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 shared van services.
| 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 Balasinor to Karanpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Karanpur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Balasinor Taluka, Mahisagar 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 388255.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur has a total population of 2,454, including 1,258 males and 1,196 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
There are 486 households in Karanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur is 61.70%. Male literacy is 73.77% and female literacy is 49.00%.