Karanpura - Kundam, Jabalpur
Karanpura is a village situated in the Kundam tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundam and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Badua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpura is 490357. The village covers a total geographical area of 501.06 hectares and falls under the 483110 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Karanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpura village had a total population of 768 people, including 369 males and 399 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.13%, with male literacy at 67.11% and female literacy at 53.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 566.
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 | 768 | 369 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 262 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 200 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 169 | 222 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusuwa Dabra | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Umarjhar (umarjhir) | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Sadafal | South | 2.18 km |
| Samnapur | East | 2.62 km |
| Lahsar | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Bar | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Badua | North | 2.95 km |
| Bhanpura | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Roriya | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Bairagi | South-West | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanpura
Public transport in the Karanpura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gosalpur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.2 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 Jabalpur to Karanpura is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 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 Kundam Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanpura is Badua.
What is the pincode of Karanpura?
The pincode of Karanpura is 483110.
What is the population of Karanpura?
Karanpura had a total population of 768, including 369 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Karanpura?
Karanpura had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpura was 60.13%. Male literacy was 67.11% and female literacy was 53.80%.