Karandi - Sardulgarh, Mansa
Karandi is a village situated in the Sardulgarh tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardulgarh and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Mansa. Karandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karandi is 035956. The village covers a total geographical area of 814 hectares and falls under the 151507 pincode. Sardulgarh is the nearest town.
Karandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardulgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karandi
As per Census 2011, Karandi village has a total population of 3,359 people, consisting of 1,747 males and 1,612 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,963 literate and 1,396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 657 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,359 | 1,747 | 1,612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 223 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 657 | 337 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 1,963 | 1,150 | 813 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,396 | 597 | 799 |
Nearby Villages of Karandi
Karandi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karandi
Karandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mansa to Karandi is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karandi 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 Karandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karandi
Where is Karandi located?
Karandi village is located in Sardulgarh Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karandi?
Karandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karandi?
The pincode of Karandi is 151507.
What is the population of Karandi?
Karandi has a total population of 3,359, including 1,747 males and 1,612 females.
How many households are there in Karandi?
There are 583 households in Karandi.
What is the literacy rate in Karandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karandi is 58.44%. Male literacy is 65.83% and female literacy is 50.43%.