Karanpur - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Karanpur is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Karanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 495742. The village covers a total geographical area of 687.04 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Karanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karanpur
As per Census 2011, Karanpur village has a total population of 877 people, consisting of 446 males and 431 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 540 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 294 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 877 | 446 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 74 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 50 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 150 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 306 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 140 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Karanpur
Karanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mekhdon Mal | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Chulgaon | West | 2.13 km |
| Mekhdon Ryt. | East | 2.16 km |
| Gangai | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Palka | West | 2.80 km |
| Mandai | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Bamhodi | East | 3.39 km |
| Dhauriya | South | 4.41 km |
| Kondra Mal | West | 4.73 km |
| Pithera | East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanpur
Karanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Karanpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Karanpur is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanpur 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 Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanpur?
Karanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karanpur?
The pincode of Karanpur is 480886.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur has a total population of 877, including 446 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
There are 211 households in Karanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur is 61.57%. Male literacy is 68.61% and female literacy is 54.29%.