Karan Ghat - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Karan Ghat is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Karanghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karan Ghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karan Ghat is 011408. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.21 hectares and falls under the 176095 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Karan Ghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karan Ghat
According to the 2011 Census, Karan Ghat village had a total population of 497 people, including 219 males and 278 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,269 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.59%, with male literacy at 98.42% and female literacy at 82.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 497 | 219 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 187 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 32 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Karan Ghat
Karan Ghat 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 Ghat
Karan Ghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Karan Ghat is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karan Ghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karan Ghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karan Ghat
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 Ghat 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 Karan Ghat
Where is Karan Ghat located?
Karan Ghat village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karan Ghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Karan Ghat is Karanghat.
What is the pincode of Karan Ghat?
The pincode of Karan Ghat is 176095.
What is the population of Karan Ghat?
Karan Ghat had a total population of 497, including 219 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Karan Ghat?
Karan Ghat had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karan Ghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karan Ghat was 89.59%. Male literacy was 98.42% and female literacy was 82.94%.