Karanta - Khanpur, Mahisagar
Karanta is a village situated in the Khanpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Khanpur and around 75 km from Godhra. Karanta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanta is 517842. The village covers a total geographical area of 593.04 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Karanta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanta
As per Census 2011, Karanta village has a total population of 3,131 people, consisting of 1,593 males and 1,538 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 483 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,957 literate and 1,174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,131 | 1,593 | 1,538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 252 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,957 | 1,197 | 760 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,174 | 396 | 778 |
Nearby Villages of Karanta
Karanta 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 Karanta
Public transport in the Karanta 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 Lunawada to Karanta is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Karanta is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanta 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanta
Where is Karanta located?
Karanta village is located in Khanpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanta?
Karanta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanta?
The pincode of Karanta is 389230.
What is the population of Karanta?
Karanta has a total population of 3,131, including 1,593 males and 1,538 females.
How many households are there in Karanta?
There are 554 households in Karanta.
What is the literacy rate in Karanta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanta is 62.50%. Male literacy is 75.14% and female literacy is 49.41%.