Karamjitpur - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Karamjitpur is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Karamjitpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karamjitpur is 029511. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.87 hectares and falls under the 144626 pincode. Sultanpur Lodhi is the nearest town.
Karamjitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kartarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karamjitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Karamjitpur village had a total population of 389 people, including 204 males and 185 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.01%, with male literacy at 87.43% and female literacy at 78.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 389 | 204 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 21 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 160 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 44 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Karamjitpur
Karamjitpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mokha | East | 1.15 km |
| Amarjitpur | South | 2.02 km |
| Mahablipur | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Randhirpur | North | 2.66 km |
| Ugrupur | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Derasaidan | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Toti | East | 2.87 km |
| Maniala | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Shahjahanpur | South | 3.39 km |
| Nasirewal | East | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karamjitpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Karamjitpur. The nearest railway station is Sultanpur Lodi, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Karamjitpur is about 26 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 Karamjitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karamjitpur 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 Karamjitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karamjitpur 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 Karamjitpur
Where is Karamjitpur located?
Karamjitpur village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karamjitpur?
Karamjitpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karamjitpur?
The pincode of Karamjitpur is 144626.
What is the population of Karamjitpur?
Karamjitpur had a total population of 389, including 204 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Karamjitpur?
Karamjitpur had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karamjitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karamjitpur was 83.01%. Male literacy was 87.43% and female literacy was 78.41%.