Karanpura - Pansemal, Barwani
Karanpura is a village situated in the Pansemal tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pansemal and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Karanpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpura is 478399. The village covers a total geographical area of 588.01 hectares and falls under the 451881 pincode. Khetia 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 Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpura
As per Census 2011, Karanpura village has a total population of 2,818 people, consisting of 1,454 males and 1,364 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 514 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,202 literate and 1,616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,706 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,818 | 1,454 | 1,364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 514 | 273 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,706 | 1,399 | 1,307 |
| Literate Population | 1,202 | 730 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,616 | 724 | 892 |
Nearby Villages of Karanpura
Karanpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandryabad | South | 2.03 km |
| Baygore | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Malgaon | East | 2.37 km |
| Rakhi Buzurg | West | 2.56 km |
| Bhatki | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Dhawadi | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Ranipur | West | 4.06 km |
| Malfa | East | 4.71 km |
| Ganor | South | 5.05 km |
| Amjhiri | East | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanpura
Karanpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.9 km.
| 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 Khetia to Karanpura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Karanpura is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 5-10 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 Pansemal Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanpura?
Karanpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanpura?
The pincode of Karanpura is 451881.
What is the population of Karanpura?
Karanpura has a total population of 2,818, including 1,454 males and 1,364 females.
How many households are there in Karanpura?
There are 530 households in Karanpura.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpura is 42.65%. Male literacy is 50.21% and female literacy is 34.60%.