Karanpura - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Karanpura is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Tharad and around 100 km from Palanpur. Ghesda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpura is 507569. The village covers a total geographical area of 598.72 hectares and falls under the 385565 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpura
As per Census 2011, Karanpura village has a total population of 1,057 people, consisting of 540 males and 517 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 525 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,057 | 540 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 84 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 525 | 350 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 190 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Karanpura
Karanpura 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 Karanpura
Public transport in the Karanpura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tharad to Karanpura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Karanpura is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanpura 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 Karanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanpura 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 Karanpura
Where is Karanpura located?
Karanpura village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanpura is Ghesda.
What is the pincode of Karanpura?
The pincode of Karanpura is 385565.
What is the population of Karanpura?
Karanpura has a total population of 1,057, including 540 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Karanpura?
There are 179 households in Karanpura.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpura is 49.67%. Male literacy is 64.81% and female literacy is 33.85%.