Papran - Assandh, Karnal
Papran is a village situated in the Assandh tehsil of Karnal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Assandh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Karnal. Popra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papran is 059358. The village covers a total geographical area of 1296 hectares and falls under the 132039 pincode. Assandh is the nearest town.
Papran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Assandh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Papran
According to the 2011 Census, Papran village had a total population of 5,705 people, including 3,073 males and 2,632 females, living in 1,116 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.61%, with male literacy at 83.31% and female literacy at 59.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,369.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,705 | 3,073 | 2,632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 762 | 394 | 368 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,369 | 742 | 627 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,589 | 2,232 | 1,357 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,116 | 841 | 1,275 |
Nearby Villages of Papran
Papran 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 Papran
Papran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Papran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Karnal to Papran is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Papran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Papran
Where is Papran located?
Papran village is located in Assandh Tehsil, Karnal district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papran?
The Gram Panchayat of Papran is Popra.
What is the pincode of Papran?
The pincode of Papran is 132039.
What is the population of Papran?
Papran had a total population of 5,705, including 3,073 males and 2,632 females.
How many households are there in Papran?
Papran had 1,116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papran was 72.61%. Male literacy was 83.31% and female literacy was 59.94%.