Karnama - Batala, Gurdaspur
Karnama is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Karnama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnama is 028671. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Karnama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karnama
According to the 2011 Census, Karnama village had a total population of 735 people, including 391 males and 344 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.91%, with male literacy at 78.38% and female literacy at 67.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 735 | 391 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 58 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 261 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 130 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Karnama
Karnama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peerowali | East | 0.79 km |
| Sangrai | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Arianwali | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Panj Graian | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Kotla Baja Singh | West | 2.34 km |
| Daulatpur | North | 2.54 km |
| Kaler | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Thariewal | East | 2.61 km |
| Sandalpur | West | 2.65 km |
| Chak Tara | East | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karnama
Karnama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Batala Junction, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gurdaspur to Karnama is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karnama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karnama
Where is Karnama located?
Karnama village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karnama?
Karnama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karnama?
The pincode of Karnama is 143506.
What is the population of Karnama?
Karnama had a total population of 735, including 391 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Karnama?
Karnama had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnama was 72.91%. Male literacy was 78.38% and female literacy was 67.09%.