Karanpur - Rampur Naikin, Sidhi
Karanpur is a village situated in the Rampur Naikin tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rampur Naikin and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Beldah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpur is 502385. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.37 hectares and falls under the 486775 pincode. Churhat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanpur
As per Census 2011, Karanpur village has a total population of 809 people, consisting of 405 males and 404 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 809 | 405 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 87 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 184 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 221 | 254 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naugawan | East | 1.24 km |
| Akauri | North | 1.98 km |
| Thakurdeva | East | 1.99 km |
| Kathriha | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Beldah | West | 2.52 km |
| Madwa | South | 2.54 km |
| Bholgarh | West | 2.82 km |
| Gedra | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Semariya | East | 3.54 km |
| Karaudiya | South | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanpur
Karanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Joba, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Churhat to Karanpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Karanpur is about 35 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karanpur
Where is Karanpur located?
Karanpur village is located in Rampur Naikin Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanpur is Beldah.
What is the pincode of Karanpur?
The pincode of Karanpur is 486775.
What is the population of Karanpur?
Karanpur has a total population of 809, including 405 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Karanpur?
There are 147 households in Karanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpur is 41.29%. Male literacy is 45.43% and female literacy is 37.13%.