16 O - Karanpur, Ganganagar
16 O is a village situated in the Karanpur tehsil of Ganganagar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanpur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Ganganagar. 15 O serves as the Gram Panchayat for 16 O village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 16 O is 064210. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.1 hectares and falls under the 335073 pincode. Karanpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
16 O village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of 16 O
As per Census 2011, 16 O village has a total population of 408 people, consisting of 207 males and 201 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for 16 O are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 207 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 135 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 72 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of 16 O
16 O 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 17 S | South-West | 1.02 km |
| 15 O | East | 1.16 km |
| 40 H-a | North-West | 1.76 km |
| 14 O | East | 1.88 km |
| 40 H-b | West | 2.18 km |
| 20 O (rural) | South | 2.32 km |
| 31 H | North | 2.40 km |
| 19 O | West | 2.93 km |
| 9 O | East | 2.97 km |
| 39 H | North-West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 16 O
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the 16 O. The nearest railway station is Shri Karanpur, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 170.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanpur to 16 O is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ganganagar to 16 O is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 16 O
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 16 O village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 16 O
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 16 O 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 >10 km |
FAQs about 16 O
Where is 16 O located?
16 O village is located in Karanpur Tehsil, Ganganagar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 16 O?
The Gram Panchayat of 16 O is 15 O.
What is the pincode of 16 O?
The pincode of 16 O is 335073.
What is the population of 16 O?
16 O has a total population of 408, including 207 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in 16 O?
There are 77 households in 16 O.
What is the literacy rate in 16 O?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 16 O is 57.35%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 49.25%.