Karanpura - Taranagar, Churu
Karanpura is a village situated in the Taranagar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taranagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Anandsinghpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karanpura is 070033. The village covers a total geographical area of 1455.27 hectares and falls under the 331304 pincode. Taranagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Karanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Karanpura village had a total population of 915 people, including 462 males and 453 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.50%, with male literacy at 82.29% and female literacy at 60.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 915 | 462 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 61 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 65 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 330 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 132 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Karanpura
Karanpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhani Babriyan | East | 3.17 km |
| Baliya | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Gogtiya Pata Changoi | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Gogtiya Baghawatan | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Godas | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Gogtiya Kachchawatan | East | 4.39 km |
| Dhani Asha | South-West | 4.80 km |
| Anandsinghpura | South | 5.15 km |
| Kharatwasiya | South-East | 5.26 km |
| Indasi | North | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karanpura
Karanpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dudhwakhara, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 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 Taranagar to Karanpura is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Karanpura is about 40 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 Karanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karanpura 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 Karanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karanpura 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 Karanpura
Where is Karanpura located?
Karanpura village is located in Taranagar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Karanpura is Anandsinghpura.
What is the pincode of Karanpura?
The pincode of Karanpura is 331304.
What is the population of Karanpura?
Karanpura had a total population of 915, including 462 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Karanpura?
Karanpura had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karanpura was 71.50%. Male literacy was 82.29% and female literacy was 60.26%.