Karanpura - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Karanpura is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Fatehpur Chikli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpura is 469800. The village covers a total geographical area of 395 hectares and falls under the 458558 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpura village had a total population of 471 people, including 226 males and 245 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.30%, with male literacy at 86.08% and female literacy at 59.81%.
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 | 471 | 226 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 167 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 59 | 117 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barukheda | North | 1.35 km |
| Kachariya | East | 2.28 km |
| Semaliya | South | 2.58 km |
| Nipanya | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Ramakhedi | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Sedhra Karnali | North | 3.08 km |
| Gangakhedi | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Chikla | West | 3.82 km |
| Karnali | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Palyakhedi | South | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanpura
Public transport in the Karanpura is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Suwasra, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamau to Karanpura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Karanpura is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Karanpura
Where is Karanpura located?
Karanpura village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanpura is Fatehpur Chikli.
What is the pincode of Karanpura?
The pincode of Karanpura is 458558.
What is the population of Karanpura?
Karanpura had a total population of 471, including 226 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Karanpura?
Karanpura had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpura was 72.30%. Male literacy was 86.08% and female literacy was 59.81%.