Karan - Palsana, Surat
Karan is a village situated in the Palsana taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palsana and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Karan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karan is 524226. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.92 hectares and falls under the 394305 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karan
As per Census 2011, Karan village has a total population of 1,381 people, consisting of 721 males and 660 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 986 literate and 395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 579 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,381 | 721 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 579 | 297 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 549 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 172 | 223 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Karan.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surat to Karan is about 18 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karan
Where is Karan located?
Karan village is located in Palsana Taluka, Surat 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 394305.
What is the population of Karan?
Karan has a total population of 1,381, including 721 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Karan?
There are 305 households in Karan.
What is the literacy rate in Karan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karan is 71.40%. Male literacy is 76.14% and female literacy is 66.21%.