Karan - Sidhpur, Patan
Karan is a village situated in the Sidhpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Karan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karan is 508779. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.35 hectares and falls under the 384151 pincode. Sidhpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karan
As per Census 2011, Karan village has a total population of 732 people, consisting of 371 males and 361 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 484 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 732 | 371 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 102 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 288 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 83 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Karan
Karan 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 Karan
Public transport in the Karan is mainly available through bus 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 Sidhpur to Karan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Karan is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karan
Where is Karan located?
Karan village is located in Sidhpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karan?
Karan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karan?
The pincode of Karan is 384151.
What is the population of Karan?
Karan has a total population of 732, including 371 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Karan?
There are 134 households in Karan.
What is the literacy rate in Karan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karan is 66.12%. Male literacy is 77.63% and female literacy is 54.29%.