Karanpura - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Karanpura is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Chandbad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpura is 480088. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.76 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Biaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpura village had a total population of 227 people, including 107 males and 120 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.41%, with male literacy at 49.49% and female literacy at 37.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 227 | 107 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 58 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Karanpura
Karanpura 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 Karanpura
Karanpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karanpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Karanpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Karanpura is about 40 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanpura
Where is Karanpura located?
Karanpura village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanpura is Chandbad.
What is the pincode of Karanpura?
The pincode of Karanpura is 465669.
What is the population of Karanpura?
Karanpura had a total population of 227, including 107 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Karanpura?
Karanpura had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpura was 43.41%. Male literacy was 49.49% and female literacy was 37.74%.