Karan
Karan is a village located in Karjan taluka of Vadodara district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Karjan (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Vadodara. As per 2009 stats, Karan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karan unique in its vibrant Karjan-Vadodara region. You’ll see Karan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karan is 521195. The village spans a total geographical area of 457.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 392220. Palej is nearest town to Karan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Karan
Population of Karan
According to the 2011 Census, Karan has a total population of about 703, with approximately 374 males and 329 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 88 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 257. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.24%, with male literacy at about 81.55% and female literacy near 70.21%. There are around 151 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 703 | 374 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 139 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 305 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 69 | 98 |
Connectivity of Karan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karan. As per the 2011 stats, Karan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karan
Knowing the nearby villages of Karan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karan
- Where is Karan located?
- Karan village is situated in Karjan Taluka, within the Vadodara district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karan?
- Karan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karan?
- The pincode of Karan is 392220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karan is 703, with 374 males and 329 females.
- How many households are there in Karan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karan village has a total of 151 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karan is 76.24%. The male literacy rate is 81.55%, while the female literacy rate is 70.21%.