Karna - Sindhari, Balotra
Karna is a village situated in the Sindhari tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 80 km from Gudha Malani and around 90 km from Barmer. Karna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karna is 087887. The village covers a total geographical area of 685 hectares and falls under the 344033 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Karna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siwana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karna
According to the 2011 Census, Karna village had a total population of 641 people, including 336 males and 305 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.75%, with male literacy at 67.92% and female literacy at 44.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 641 | 336 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 71 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 121 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 180 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 156 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Karna
Karna 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 Karna
Karna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Balotra to Karna is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Karna is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karna
Where is Karna located?
Karna village is located in Sindhari Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karna?
Karna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karna?
The pincode of Karna is 344033.
What is the population of Karna?
Karna had a total population of 641, including 336 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Karna?
Karna had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karna was 56.75%. Male literacy was 67.92% and female literacy was 44.72%.