Karnpura - Nowrozabad, Umaria
Karnpura is a village situated in the Nowrozabad tehsil of Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nowroazbad and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Umaria. Kohka-82 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnpura is 468193. The village covers a total geographical area of 407.34 hectares and falls under the 484555 pincode. Nowrozabad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karnpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karnpura
According to the 2011 Census, Karnpura village had a total population of 833 people, including 420 males and 413 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.36%, with male literacy at 65.77% and female literacy at 51.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 704.
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 | 833 | 420 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 87 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 704 | 357 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 219 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 201 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Karnpura
Karnpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhuihai | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Kohaka | East | 2.08 km |
| Dagdauwa | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Nausemar | West | 2.65 km |
| Lahangi | North | 2.91 km |
| Maneri | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Kurriha | East | 3.55 km |
| Dulhari | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Gahira Tola | West | 3.67 km |
| Kaneri | South | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karnpura
Karnpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nowrozabad, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 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 Nowrozabad to Karnpura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Umaria to Karnpura is about 38 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 Karnpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnpura 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 Karnpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnpura 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 Karnpura
Where is Karnpura located?
Karnpura village is located in Nowrozabad Tehsil, Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karnpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnpura is Kohka-82.
What is the pincode of Karnpura?
The pincode of Karnpura is 484555.
What is the population of Karnpura?
Karnpura had a total population of 833, including 420 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Karnpura?
Karnpura had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnpura was 58.36%. Male literacy was 65.77% and female literacy was 51.04%.