Karan Pathar - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Karan Pathar is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Karanpathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karan Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karan Pathar is 502085. The village covers a total geographical area of 1255.08 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karan Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karan Pathar
As per Census 2011, Karan Pathar village has a total population of 1,446 people, consisting of 706 males and 740 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 690 literate and 756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karan Pathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,446 | 706 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 98 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,210 | 586 | 624 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 424 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 756 | 282 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Karan Pathar
Karan Pathar 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 Pathar
Karan Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Anuppur to Karan Pathar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karan Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karan Pathar 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 Pathar
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 Pathar 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 Pathar
Where is Karan Pathar located?
Karan Pathar village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karan Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Karan Pathar is Karanpathar.
What is the pincode of Karan Pathar?
The pincode of Karan Pathar is 484881.
What is the population of Karan Pathar?
Karan Pathar has a total population of 1,446, including 706 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Karan Pathar?
There are 346 households in Karan Pathar.
What is the literacy rate in Karan Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karan Pathar is 47.72%. Male literacy is 60.06% and female literacy is 35.95%.