Karan - Karjan, Vadodara
Karan is a village situated in the Karjan taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karjan and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Karan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karan is 521195. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.07 hectares and falls under the 392030 pincode. Palej is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Karjan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharuch Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karan
As per Census 2011, Karan village has a total population of 703 people, consisting of 374 males and 329 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 536 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 257 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karan are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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
Karan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palej to Karan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Karan is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Karjan Taluka, Vadodara 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 392030.
What is the population of Karan?
Karan has a total population of 703, including 374 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Karan?
There are 151 households in Karan.
What is the literacy rate in Karan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karan is 76.24%. Male literacy is 81.55% and female literacy is 70.21%.